Security Officer - Unarmed Access Control

Allied Universal • Punta Gorda, FL

23h • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer - Unarmed Access Control in Punta Gorda, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a government location, you will manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor access activity, and provide professional customer service to visitors and staff. Your visible presence and clear communication help deter security-related incidents while supporting daily operations. Join Allied Universal, where agile, reliable, and innovative teams put people first, work together, and act with integrity.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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

• A guard card or license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, contractors, and members of the public by carrying out access-control procedures, site-specific policies, and appropriate emergency response activities at a government location.
• Monitor entry points, verify identification and authorization, issue and collect visitor credentials, and maintain accurate access logs in accordance with established procedures.
• Control access to restricted areas, direct visitors to appropriate locations, and communicate access concerns or unauthorized-entry attempts to designated personnel.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; document observations and complete required incident reports.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned entrances, buildings, parking areas, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.

Benefits

• Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• 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