Security Officer Access Verification

Alliedbarton Security Services; Dayville (CT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Officer (Part Time Access Verification) in Dayville, CT. You will monitor access points, verify credentials, and respond to incidents while delivering excellent customer service in a retail environment.

The role emphasizes configurable shifts and a collaborative team culture. Minimum requirements include 1 year of security experience and a high school diploma; background checks and a drug screen apply.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Comfort with using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Access control or badge experience is preferred.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check and drug screen required.
• A valid driver’s license is not required for all roles, but licensing may apply in some locations.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and employees while following site-specific procedures and emergency response when needed.
• Monitor access points and control entry and exit for employees, visitors, vendors, and deliveries per location policies.
• Verify visitor authorization, issue and collect credentials, and maintain access-related logs.
• Respond to incidents calmly and escalate concerns using security protocols.
• Conduct regular patrols of access points, retail areas, and surrounding perimeter to identify unusual activity.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Badge verification

Alarm panels

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 Part Time Access Verification in Dayville, CT, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, 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 in a retail location, you will help maintain a welcoming, secure environment by monitoring entry points, verifying badges and visitor access, and responding to alarms or screening needs. You will provide outstanding customer service, communicate professionally, and support security-related operations with integrity. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and innovative team, where a caring culture and teamwork put people first.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $17.86 / Hour

Job Schedule:DayTimeWed10:00 PM - 06:00 AMThur10:00 PM - 06:00 AM

What You’ll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and/or employees while carrying out site-specific procedures and, when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor access points and control entry and exit for employees, visitors, vendors, and deliveries in accordance with location policies.
• Verify visitor authorization, issue and collect visitor credentials as directed, and maintain accurate access-related logs and records.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating concerns through established security-related protocols.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of access points, retail areas, and the surrounding perimeter to help identify and report unusual activity or conditions.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet, preferred.
• Have access control or badge experience, preferred.
• Have X-ray screening experience, preferred.
• Have alarm panel experience, 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.