Security Officer - Access Control Residential

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 Residential in Chester, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Residential, and more. As an Access Control Officer with Allied Universal, you will play a key role in helping to deter security-related incidents and maintaining a welcoming environment within a residential location. Your responsibilities include monitoring access points, conducting routine patrols, and providing outstanding customer service to residents and visitors. This position offers the opportunity to engage directly with the community while upholding the values of reliability, teamwork, and integrity that define Allied Universal. Join our agile and innovative team to make a positive impact in a people-first culture.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.17 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Why Join Us:

• 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 You'll Do:

• Manage access control at residential locations, checking identification and/or credentials for residents, visitors, and contractors.
• Monitor entry and exit points to help to deter unauthorized access and report any suspicious activity.
• Provide customer service by answering questions and assisting residents, visitors, and guests with directions and information.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following site-specific emergency procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of the property and perimeter to observe and report any irregularities or security-related concerns.
• Document all activities, observations, and incidents in detailed written reports according to Allied Universal protocols.
• Communicate promptly with supervisors and/or law enforcement when security-related issues arise.
• Follow all site-specific policies, procedures, and post orders as directed by management.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, and provide proof as required by the client.
• Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• 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.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com.

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