Part-Time Access Control Specialist – Logistics Site

Allied Universal; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

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Job summary

Allied Universal in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a Part Time Security Officer to protect clients across logistics and distribution sites. You will manage access, verify credentials, monitor activity, and maintain a visible guard presence to deter security incidents.

The role offers a part-time schedule with daytime and weekend shifts. You’ll work with a team that values agility, reliability, teamwork, and integrity while gaining access to training and a benefits program.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.
• Allied Universal will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories.
• Drug screen as permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements subject to state/local laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and delivery personnel by carrying out security-related procedures and site-specific policies.
• Monitor access points, verify authorization for entry, and maintain sign-in records.
• Control vehicle and pedestrian access; check credentials and direct people to designated areas.
• Respond to incidents and notify appropriate personnel, documenting observations.
• Conduct regular patrols of access points, loading areas, parking areas and perimeter.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Patrols

Documentation

Emergency response

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Allied Universal in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a Part Time Security Officer to protect clients across logistics and distribution sites. You will manage access, verify credentials, monitor activity, and maintain a visible guard presence to deter security incidents.

The role offers a part-time schedule with daytime and weekend shifts. You’ll work with a team that values agility, reliability, teamwork, and integrity while gaining access to training and a benefits program.