Security Officer - Access Control Desk
About The Position
As a Security Officer - Access Control Desk in Pittston, PA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. Join Allied Universal at a busy retail distribution location where you will manage access control, greet associates and visitors, verify credentials, and support badge check-in and key control procedures. You will remain highly visible at entry points, monitor activity and alarms, document security-related events, and communicate clearly with site teams to help to deter incidents. Bring our agile, reliable, innovative approach, a caring people-first mindset, and integrity-driven teamwork to every shift.
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
- Access control and badge experience is preferred.
- Customer service experience is preferred.
- Be comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and associates by following Allied Universal security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
- Control access at entry points for a retail distribution location by checking identification, authorizations, and/or delivery documentation, issuing temporary badges, and maintaining visitor and contractor logs.
- Monitor alarms, cameras, and access control systems, report irregular activity, and coordinate notifications to site leadership and/or emergency services as needed.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including de-escalation, documenting events, and completing required reports.
- Conduct regular and random patrols of interior and exterior areas such as entrances, parking areas, loading docks, and perimeter points to help to deter unauthorized access and/or suspicious activity.
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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
- Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
