Security Officer Access Control Specialist

Allied Universal; Myerstown (PA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

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Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Access Control Specialist in Myerstown, PA. You will manage site entry, verify access, monitor activity, and provide excellent customer service to employees, visitors, and drivers at a logistics location.

The role requires at least 6 months of security experience, comfort with computers or tablets, and a high school diploma. Schedule is overnight, full-time, with an $18/hour pay rate and standard background/drug screening.

Qualifications

• 6+ months of security-related experience.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet.
• Must be 18+ for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service and enforce site-specific access control procedures.
• Verify credentials, screen visitors and contractors, maintain logs.
• Respond to incidents and alarms following site procedures.
• Conduct patrols of entry points and surrounding areas.
• Document daily activities and events per procedures.

Skills

Computer/Tablet proficiency

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Email apps

Word processing

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 Specialist in Myerstown, PA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a logistics and distribution location, you will help manage site entry, verify access credentials, monitor activity, and provide outstanding customer service to employees, visitors, and drivers. You will help maintain a professional presence that supports a secure environment while using communication and computer skills to document security-related activity. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, innovative team, where caring culture, teamwork, and integrity come first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.00 / Hour

• Comfortable Using Computer or Tablet (B204): Candidates should demonstrate proficiency in using computers or tablets, including familiarity with email applications, word processing software, and other relevant digital tools.
• Security Experience - 6+ Months (C112): Candidates must possess a minimum of six months of relevant security experience. This includes knowledge of data protection protocols, cybersecurity measures, and the ability to identify and respond to potential security threats.

Job Schedule

• Mon: 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM
• Tue: 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM
• Wed: 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM
• Thur: 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM
• Fri: 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM

What You’ll Do

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, access control requirements, and/or emergency response activities at a logistics and distribution location.
• Monitor and control access to the facility by verifying credentials, screening visitors and contractors, maintaining visitor logs, and directing authorized personnel to appropriate areas.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, access concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of entry points, loading areas, parking areas, and the facility perimeter to help identify unauthorized access and report unusual activity.
• Document daily activities, access-related events, incidents, and observations in accordance with Allied Universal and site reporting procedures.

Minimum Requirements

• Possess at least 6 months of security-related experience.
• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet, 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.

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.