Security Officer - Access Control

Allied Universal • Memphis, TN

1d • $18 • 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 - Access Control in Memphis, TN , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Healthcare, 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 Security Officer at a healthcare location, you will support access control by verifying badges, managing visitor entry, and assisting staff with a professional, service-focused approach. You will monitor assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, and maintain a visible presence that may help reduce security-related incidents. Bring clear communication, teamwork, and integrity to every interaction in a caring culture that values being agile, reliable, and innovative.

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

• Ability to lift more than 20 lbs is preferred.
• Being comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to patients, visitors, and staff by carrying out access control procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities within a healthcare location.
• Monitor entry points and interior access-controlled areas, verify identification and visitor authorization, issue visitor credentials, and maintain visitor and delivery logs per site requirements.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including medical facility alarms, access disputes, and unauthorized entry attempts, and escalate to site leadership and/or public responders as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the facility and perimeter, observe for unusual activity and access control concerns, and report maintenance hazards and/or operational issues through established channels.
• Complete routine reports and incident documentation, use access control systems and communication tools, and support patient privacy practices by directing questions and foot traffic to appropriate departments.

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