Security Officer - Secure Entry Desk

Allied Universal • Walton, KY

2d • $21 • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve. Job Description As a Security Officer - Secure Entry Desk in Walton, KY , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. As an Allied Universal Security Officer supporting access control at a busy retail and/or mall location, you will greet visitors, verify credentials, manage entry points, and document activity while maintaining a visible presence. You will communicate clearly with guests, tenants, and management, helping to discourage security-related incidents and support smooth daily operations. Join a caring, people-first team that is agile, reliable, innovative, and guided by integrity and teamwork.

Requirements

• Have 2+ years of security-related experience.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
• Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
• A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.

Nice To Haves

• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• CPR certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients and guests by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a retail or mall location.
• Control access at designated entry points by verifying identification, managing visitor and/or vendor check-in, issuing temporary credentials when authorized, and maintaining required logs.
• Monitor doors, loading areas, and access-controlled spaces using visual observation and available systems, reporting irregular activity and/or policy concerns through proper channels to help to deter unauthorized entry.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, coordinating with site leadership and/or local responders as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter, documenting observations and reporting maintenance hazards and/or unusual conditions per site procedures.

Benefits

• Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Financial and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED