Security Officer Full Time Access Control Coordinator

Allied Universal; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools access

Career growth opportunities

Retirement savings plan

Health benefits

Job summary

Allied Universal in Richmond, VA is seeking a Security Officer Full Time Access Control Coordinator. You will manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor access activity, and support security operations with professional customer service.

Role includes patrols, incident reporting, and collaboration with a technology-focused client site. CPR/First Aid and a guard card are preferred; high school diploma required and background checks apply.

Qualifications

• CPR and First Aid certification preferred.
• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Guard card or license preferred.
• Age 18+ (unarmed) / 21+ (armed).
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Background check as per law.
• Drug screen as permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to personnel and visitors at a technology site.
• Monitor entry points, verify credentials, manage visitor registration.
• Respond to incidents and alarms with calm, structured escalation.
• Conduct regular patrols of access points and restricted areas.
• Prepare reports and logs of incidents and access activity.

Skills

Customer service experience

Computer tablet usage

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Access control systems

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 Coordinator in Richmond, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a dynamic technology, media, and telecommunications location, you will manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor access activity, and help maintain a secure environment for employees and visitors. You will deliver exceptional customer service, communicate professionally, and support security-related operations with integrity. Join Allied Universal's agile, reliable, innovative team, where a caring culture and teamwork put people first.

Position Type

Full Time

Pay Rate

$19.00 / Hour

Job Schedule

DayTimeMon12:00 AM - 08:00 AMTue12:00 AM - 08:00 AMFri12:00 AM - 08:00 AMSat12:00 AM - 08:00 AM

What You'll Do

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and delivery partners at a technology and telecommunications location by carrying out site-specific access control procedures, policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials, manage visitor registration, and document entry and exit activity in accordance with site requirements.
• Respond to access-related incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating concerns through established communication channels.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of access points, restricted areas, and the business perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity; working environments and conditions may vary by client site.
• Prepare accurate reports and maintain logs of incidents, visitor activity, access-control exceptions, and other security-related observations.

Minimum Requirements

• CPR and First Aid certification is preferred.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• 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.

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.