Security Officer Access Verification

Allied Universal; Lacey (WA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Health Benefits and Retirement

Job summary

Allied Universal in Lacey, WA is seeking a Security Officer Access Verification to safeguard clients and property. You will verify badges, control entry points, monitor activity, and provide professional customer service using computer or tablet systems.

Join Allied Universal’s collaborative team where integrity, care, and teamwork guide every shift. Full-time role with a daytime to evening schedule and opportunities for growth and training.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of security-related experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check and drug screen required by employment laws.
• Licensing requirements may apply; driving position requires a valid driver’s license where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, drivers, and associates by carrying out site-specific access-control procedures.
• Monitor access points and verify credentials/authorization; document entry and direct individuals per site procedures.
• Respond calmly to access-control concerns, incidents, and critical situations; escalate through proper channels.
• Monitor vehicle traffic, log entries, and report irregular activity or unauthorized access.
• Conduct regular patrols of access points, parking, docks, and business perimeter to deter unauthorized activity.

Skills

Access control

Customer service

Communication

Computer/tablet usage

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer/tablet usage

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 Verification in Lacey, WA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a retail distribution location, you will help manage entry points, verify badges and visitor access, monitor activity, and maintain clear communication with team members and guests. You will use computer or tablet systems to support access procedures while providing professional customer service. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and innovative team, where a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity guide every shift.

Position Type

Full Time

Pay Rate

$21.00 / Hour

Job Schedule

• Mon 03:00 PM - 11:00 PM
• Tue 03:00 PM - 11:00 PM
• Wed 03:00 PM - 11:00 PM
• Thur 03:00 PM - 11:00 PM

What You'll Do

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, drivers, and associates by carrying out site-specific access-control procedures, policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor access points at a retail distribution location, verify credentials and/or authorization, document visitor and contractor entry, and direct individuals according to site procedures.
• Respond to access-control concerns, incidents, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating matters through established communication channels as appropriate.
• Monitor incoming and outgoing vehicle traffic, maintain required logs, and report irregular activity or unauthorized access attempts to site leadership.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of designated access points, parking areas, dock areas, and the business perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity.

Minimum Requirements

• Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Comfort 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.

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.