Security Officer - Access Control Desk

Allied Universal

1d • $23 • 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 - Access Control Desk in Washington, DC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, 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. As an Allied Universal Access Control Officer at a government location, you will monitor entry points, verify credentials, manage visitor processing, and conduct routine patrols to help reduce security-related incidents. You will stay visible, communicate clearly, and provide a welcoming, professional presence for staff and guests. Join a team that is agile, reliable, and innovative, with a caring culture that puts people first, delivers through teamwork, and acts with integrity.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years of age.
• 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 - preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and/or vendors by following site-specific access control procedures, identification checks, badging, and visitor management protocols.
• Monitor entry points, screening areas, and/or lobby activity to help to deter unauthorized access, and report irregular conditions per post orders.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including contacting appropriate internal staff and/or local emergency services as directed.
• Operate and observe security-related systems such as CCTV, intrusion alarms, radios, and access control software, and communicate status updates to leadership as required.
• Complete detailed reports and logs regarding access activity, incidents, and/or policy violations, and assist with administrative security-related tasks in accordance with government location requirements.

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.

What This Job Offers

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