Security Officer Access Control - Day Shift

Alliedbarton Security Services; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

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Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer in Madison, WI to safeguard clients in financial institutions and other sectors. You will manage visitor and employee access, issue badges, monitor alarms, and maintain professional presence that supports a secure environment.

The role offers full-time hours, a pay rate of $20.50 per hour, and requirements including at least 1 year in security, a high school diploma, and the ability to work a daytime schedule with on-site responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of security-related experience is required.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet 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 laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service to employees, visitors, and vendors at a financial services location by carrying out site-specific security procedures.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials and visitor authorization, issue badges, and maintain access-control records.
• Respond to access-control alarms, incidents, and critical situations following emergency procedures.
• Conduct regular patrols of interior areas, entry points, parking areas, and perimeter to report security concerns.
• Communicate professionally with site personnel and leadership; complete detailed reports daily.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Alarm panel

Computer literacy

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 in Madison, WI, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Financial Institutions, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Access Control Officer supporting a financial institution location. You will manage visitor and employee access, issue and monitor badges, respond to alarm panel activity, and maintain a professional presence that helps deter incidents. This role combines customer-focused communication with computer-based access control responsibilities while reflecting our agile, reliable, innovative, and integrity-driven culture.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $20.50 / Hour

Minimum 1 plus years of Security experience Or prior Law Enforcement or Military experience required

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon08:00 AM - 04:00 PMTue08:00 AM - 04:00 PMWed08:00 AM - 04:00 PMThur08:00 AM - 04:00 PMFri08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

What You’ll Do:

• Provide exceptional customer service to employees, visitors, and vendors at a financial services location by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures and access-control policies.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials and visitor authorization, issue visitor badges as directed, and maintain accurate access-control records.
• Respond to access-control alarms, incidents, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established emergency response procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned interior areas, entry points, parking areas, and the business perimeter to help identify and report unusual activity or security-related concerns.
• Communicate professionally with site personnel, visitors, and Allied Universal leadership, and complete detailed reports for incidents, access-control activity, and daily operations.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least one year of security-related experience is required.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles.
• Posess 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.

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.