Security Officer - Access Control
About the role
As a Security Officer Access Control Associate in Granite City, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, 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 dynamic manufacturing and industrial location, where you will monitor entry points, verify badges, conduct routine patrols, and support access control activities that help to deter security-related incidents. This role offers the chance to combine strong customer service and communication with a caring, agile, reliable, and innovative team that values people first, teamwork, and integrity every day.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to employees, contractors, visitors, and/or delivery drivers by carrying out access control procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at an industrial location.
- Monitor entry and exit points, verify identification and/or credentials, manage visitor access, and document arrivals, departures, and other security-related activity in accordance with post procedures.
- Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and communicate with site contacts and/or emergency services as needed.
- Conduct regular and random patrols around production areas, administrative spaces, parking areas, and the perimeter, noting unusual conditions and reporting security-related concerns.
- Help to deter unauthorized access, theft, and/or policy violations by maintaining a visible presence and following established reporting and access control protocols.
Requirements
- At least 6 months of security-related experience is required.
- Customer service experience is preferred.
- Access control and/or badge experience 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.
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.
Pay & Schedule
Position Type: Part Time
Pay Rate: $18.50 / Hour
Schedule: Thursday 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM, Friday 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM, Saturday 10:00 PM - 06:00 AM