Security Officer Access Control

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 in Patchogue, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Education, and more. Join Allied Universal at a dynamic education location where you will monitor access points, verify credentials, and support a welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors. In this access control role, you will help to deter security-related incidents through visible presence, strong communication, and attentive service. Guided by our agile, reliable, and innovative team, you will put people first and act with integrity every day.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.90 / Hour

Job Schedule:

What You'll Do:

Provide customer service by following site-specific procedures, managing access control points, and supporting security-related protocols for students, staff, visitors, and vendors at an educational location.
• Monitor entrances and exits, check identification and/or credentials, log visitor activity, and report unusual or unauthorized access attempts to the appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents, policy concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner while communicating clearly with campus representatives and/or emergency contacts.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of buildings, common areas, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help to deter unauthorized activity and note security-related concerns.
• Assist with directing foot traffic during busy periods, special events, and/or after-hours activity while maintaining awareness of site policies and access restrictions.

Minimum Requirements:

• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Alarm panel 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.

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 and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

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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