Security Officer Full Time Access Control

Alliedbarton Security Services; Elkton (MD); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

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Job summary

Allied Universal, a leading security and facility services company, seeks a full-time Security Officer for Access Control in Elkton, MD. You will monitor entry points, verify credentials, manage visitor access, and deliver professional customer service while maintaining a visible security presence.

The role involves patrolling facilities, responding to incidents, and adhering to site-specific policies. Minimum age 18, HS diploma, background check, and drug screening required; some roles may

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check will be conducted.
• A drug screen will be performed.
• Licensing requirements may apply by state/local law.
• Valid driver’s license required for driving positions.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, employees, drivers, and visitors by following security procedures and site policies.
• Monitor and control access by verifying credentials and issuing visitor/contractor access.
• Observe inbound/outbound activity at entry points and report discrepancies.
• Respond calmly to incidents and escalate to appropriate contacts and responders.
• Conduct regular patrols of entry points, parking, docks, and perimeter areas.

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 Full Time Access Control in Elkton, MD, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Food/Beverage, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Access Control Officer supporting a dynamic food and beverage location. You will monitor entry points, verify credentials, manage visitor access, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and deliver professional customer service and communication. Bring integrity, reliability, and a team-focused mindset to a caring, innovative organization that puts people first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $16.75 / Hour

Job Schedule: DayTimeMon08:00 AM - 04:00 PMTue08:00 AM - 04:00 PMThur04:00 PM - 12:00 AMFri04:00 PM - 12:00 AMSun08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

What You’ll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients, employees, drivers, and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at a food and beverage distribution location.
• Monitor and control access to the facility by verifying credentials, issuing visitor and contractor access as authorized, maintaining entry records, and reporting access discrepancies.
• Observe inbound and outbound vehicle, delivery, and personnel activity at designated entry points in accordance with site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, access-control concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating matters to appropriate site contacts and emergency responders as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of facility entry points, parking areas, loading docks, and perimeter areas; working environments and conditions may vary by client site.

Minimum Requirements:

• 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.