Security Officer Access Control Coordinator

Allied Universal; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal in Kennesaw, GA is seeking a Security Officer Access Control Coordinator to protect clients across logistics and distribution locations. You will manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor access, and support a secure, welcoming environment for employees, visitors, and deliveries while delivering dependable customer service.

The role emphasizes visible presence, professional communication, incident response, and adherence to post orders.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Must be 18+ for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Background check required by law.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.

Responsibilities

• Provide access-control procedures and customer service at a logistics location.
• Monitor entry/exit points and verify IDs/authorization; manage visitor access.
• Observe vehicle traffic and support gate procedures; report access issues.
• Respond to incidents calmly and follow post orders and escalation procedures.
• Conduct routine patrols of access points, parking, and perimeter to deter unauthorized activity.

Skills

Security experience

Customer service

Clear communication

Observation skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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 Coordinator in Kennesaw, GA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a busy logistics and distribution location, you will help manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor access activity, and support a secure, welcoming environment for employees, visitors, and deliveries. You will remain visible, communicate professionally, and help deter security-related incidents while delivering dependable customer service. Join Allied Universal, where teamwork, integrity, innovation, and a people-first culture guide our work.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $16.33 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Tue 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
• Wed 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
• Thur 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
• Fri 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
• Sat 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM

What You’ll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and delivery drivers by carrying out access-control procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a logistics and distribution location.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify identification and authorization, manage visitor and contractor access, and maintain accurate access-related records.
• Observe inbound and outbound vehicle traffic, support gate procedures, and communicate access issues or irregular activity to appropriate site contacts and Allied Universal leadership.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established post orders and escalation procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of access points, parking areas, loading areas, and the perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least one year of security-related experience is required.
• Customer service 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.