Security Officer - Access Control

Alliedbarton Security Services; Front Royal (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial Benefits: Retirement Savings

Exclusive Perks: Discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a part-time Security Officer Access Control in Front Royal, VA to help protect government facilities and other sites. You will manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor activity, and provide friendly customer service while maintaining a visible security presence.

You will work daytime shifts and use badge/access systems on a laptop or tablet. The role requires a high school diploma and 18+ (21+ for armed roles), with CPR/First Aid and background checks

Qualifications

• CPR and First Aid certification is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check in accordance with laws.
• Drug screen may be required.
• Licensing requirements depending on state/local laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to authorized personnel, visitors, vendors, and/or drivers while carrying out security-related procedures.
• Control access to facilities by verifying credentials and entry requirements.
• Monitor access points, alarms, cameras, and report unusual conditions or concerns.
• Respond to incidents calmly following reporting and emergency procedures.
• Conduct regular patrols to deter unauthorized activity; vary by location.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Badge use

Computer literacy

18+ age

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

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.

Job Description

As a Security Officer Access Control in Front Royal, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, 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 government location, you will help manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor access activity, and provide outstanding customer service to visitors and personnel. You will use computer or tablet systems to support badge and access processes while maintaining a visible presence that helps deter security-related incidents. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, innovative team, where people come first and integrity guides every interaction.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $21.65 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon04:00 PM - 12:00 AMTue04:00 PM - 12:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to authorized personnel, visitors, vendors, and/or drivers while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a government maritime transportation location.
• Control access to facilities, terminals, restricted areas, and/or other designated locations by verifying credentials, visitor authorization, and entry requirements in accordance with site-specific policies.
• Monitor access points, visitor activity, alarm systems, cameras, and/or communications equipment; report unusual conditions, unauthorized access attempts, and security-related concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established reporting and emergency response procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned access points, facilities, grounds, and perimeter areas to help to deter unauthorized activity; working environments and conditions may vary by location.

Minimum Requirements:

• CPR and First Aid certification is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Access control and badge 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.

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.

Closing

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.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.