Security Officer Part Time Access Authorization

About the role

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 Part Time Access Authorization in Reading, PA, 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. As an Access Control Officer at a dynamic manufacturing and industrial location, you will help manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor access activity, and maintain a professional presence that helps deter security-related incidents. You will support a welcoming environment through clear communication and customer service while documenting events and collaborating with onsite teams. Join Allied Universal, where teamwork, integrity, agility, reliability, and innovation guide our people-first culture.

Position Type: Part Time

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and delivery personnel by carrying out site-specific access control procedures, policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a manufacturing and industrial location.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials and visitor authorization, maintain visitor and contractor logs, and control entry and exit in accordance with established procedures.
• Respond to access control alarms, incidents, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; notify appropriate personnel and document activities as required.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of access points, production-adjacent areas, parking areas, and the perimeter to identify and report security-related concerns and help to deter unauthorized activity.
• Complete accurate reports, shift logs, and access-related records, and communicate relevant information to Allied Universal leadership and site contacts.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of security-related experience is required.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet 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.
• Comfortable Using Computer or Tablet (B204) – Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in using computers or tablets. This includes familiarity with basic software applications, internet navigation, and the ability to communicate effectively via email and other digital platforms.
• Customer Service Experience (B219) – A minimum of [insert number] years of customer service experience is required. Candidates should provide examples of previous roles where they interacted with customers, resolved issues, and contributed to a positive customer experience.
• Security Experience - +1 Year (C115) – Candidates must have at least one year of experience in a security-related role. This includes experience in monitoring, surveillance, and ensuring the safety and security of individuals and property. Relevant cert