Security Officer - Part-Time Access Control

Allied Universal • Perryville, MD

4d • $19 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer - Part-Time Access Control in Perryville, MD, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, 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 fast-paced logistics and distribution location where you will help manage access control, greet associates and drivers, verify credentials, and track visitors and deliveries. You will conduct routine patrols, remain highly visible to help reduce security-related incidents, and respond to requests with clear communication and customer service. Bring integrity and teamwork to a role where agility, reliability, and innovation support a people-first culture.

Requirements

• A guard card and/or license is preferred.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to staff, contractors, drivers and visitors by following security-related procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a logistics and distribution location.
• Control access at entry and exit points by verifying identification, issuing and collecting badges and/or passes, managing visitor logs, and directing traffic to designated docks, yards and check-in areas.
• Screen incoming and outgoing persons, vehicles and deliveries per post orders, including coordinating with shipping and receiving teams and reporting exceptions through the approved chain of command.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including completing detailed reports and notifying appropriate personnel as required.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of interior and exterior areas such as dock doors, trailer yards, parking lots and perimeter gates, and monitor cameras and/or alarm panels to help to deter unauthorized 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.

What This Job Offers

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