Security Officer Access Control Systems

Allied Universal; University Park (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart tools

Career growth

Benefits package

Perks program

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Access Control Systems in University Park, IL to safeguard client sites and support entry-point operations. The role involves monitoring access, verifying credentials, and documenting incidents using on-site computer systems.

You will work a full-time night-shift schedule at a logistics and distribution location, joining a team that values care, teamwork, and integrity in every interaction.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check required under federal, state, and local laws.
• Allied Universal will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may be required by state/local laws.
• Valid driver’s license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide access-control procedures and emergency response support for clients, visitors, and drivers.
• Monitor and control access points, verify credentials, and maintain records.
• Screen vehicles, deliveries, and shipments; document information and report irregularities.
• Respond calmly to incidents and coordinate with site management or emergency services as needed.
• Conduct regular patrols of access points, loading docks, and perimeter to deter unauthorized activity.

Skills

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 Access Control Systems in University Park, IL, 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 entry points, verify credentials, monitor access activity, and support a welcoming environment for employees, visitors, and drivers. You will use computer or tablet systems to document incidents and communicate important information. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and innovative team, where a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity guide every interaction.

Position Type

Full Time

Pay Rate

$20.00 / Hour

Job Schedule

DayTimeMon11:00 PM - 07:00 AMTue11:00 PM - 07:00 AMWed11:00 PM - 07:00 AMThur11:00 PM - 07:00 AMSun11:00 PM - 07:00 AM

What You'll Do

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, drivers, and delivery personnel by carrying out site-specific access-control procedures, policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Monitor and control access points for a logistics and distribution location, verifying credentials, maintaining visitor and contractor records, and directing authorized personnel to designated areas.
• Screen incoming and outgoing vehicles, deliveries, and shipments in accordance with site procedures, documenting required information and reporting irregularities to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents, access-control concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, contacting site management and/or emergency services as directed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of access points, loading docks, parking areas, and the business perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.

Minimum Requirements

• Comfortable 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 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.