Security Officer Visitor Access

Allied Universal • Norwich, CT

2d • 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. As a Security Officer Visitor Access in Taftville, CT, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. Join Allied Universal at a busy retail location where you will monitor access points, verify credentials, and support security-related protocols while delivering outstanding customer service. In this access control role, you will remain visible, communicate clearly with guests and team members, and help to deter incidents through professionalism and awareness. Bring your integrity, reliability, and teamwork to a caring, innovative company that puts people first.

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.
• 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

• A guard card/license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, associates, and vendors by carrying out access control procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a retail location.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials and/or visitor authorization, and document deliveries, pickups, and other access-related activity in accordance with post procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and report security-related concerns to site contacts and/or Allied Universal leadership.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the sales floor, stock areas, receiving zones, and perimeter to help to deter unauthorized access and identify unusual activity.
• Assist with closing and opening routines, help manage after-hours access, and support orderly traffic flow for employees, contractors, and/or guests entering the location.

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