Security Officer Authorization Review

Allied Universal; Punta Gorda (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Authorization Review in Punta Gorda, FL. You will deliver access control, greet visitors, verify credentials, and maintain logs to ensure a secure environment at a government location.

The role requires responding to incidents calmly, patrolling premises, and complying with site procedures. A guard card is preferred and a background check plus drug screen are required by policy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Guard card preferred.
• Background check and drug screen required by policy.
• Licensing requirements may apply by state/local laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff, and law enforcement by performing access control procedures and following site policies.
• Monitor entry/exit points, verify credentials, manage visitor access, and keep logs per site procedures.
• Respond to incidents and access concerns in a calm, professional manner and follow reporting protocols.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of designated areas to identify suspicious activity or access concerns.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Communication

Observation skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Access control systems

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 Authorization Review in Punta Gorda, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a government location, you will help maintain a secure environment by monitoring entry points, verifying access credentials, greeting visitors, and communicating professionally with staff and the public. You will remain visible to help deter security-related incidents while supporting site procedures. Join Allied Universal, where an agile, reliable, innovative team and caring culture put people first and act with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $19.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon: 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM
• Tue: 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM
• Fri: 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM
• Sat: 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM
• Sun: 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff, and law enforcement personnel by carrying out access control procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials, manage visitor access, and maintain accurate access-related logs and records in accordance with site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, access concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, notifying appropriate personnel and following established reporting protocols.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of designated government facility areas and perimeter locations to help identify unusual activity or access-related concerns.

Minimum Requirements:

• A guard card or license 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.

Florida State Security Agency License No. B8500287

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.