Security Officer Full Time Access Operations

Allied Universal; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Universal, a leading security and facility services company, seeks a Security Officer Full Time Access Operations in Jackson, MS. You will manage site access, verify credentials, monitor entry points, and communicate professionally with employees, visitors, and contractors to maintain a secure environment.

With a focus on reliability and integrity, you will contribute to a team that values innovation and provides opportunities for training, growth, and benefits.

Qualifications

• At least one year of security-related experience.
• Access control and badge experience preferred.
• Ability to lift more than 20 pounds 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.
• Background check required by law.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures and site policies.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials and visitor authorizations, direct approved personnel and deliveries.
• Respond to access-control alarms, incidents, and critical situations calmly and escalate as needed.
• Conduct regular patrols of access points, operational areas, parking areas, and perimeter.
• Support site access compliance and PPE protocols.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Badge verification

Patrols

Education

High school diploma

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 Operations in Jackson, MS, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Chemical/Petrochemical, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Access Control Officer at a chemical/petrochemical location, where you will help maintain a secure environment by managing site access, verifying credentials, monitoring entry points, and communicating professionally with employees, visitors, and contractors. You will support security-related operations through a visible presence, strong customer service, and attention to detail. Bring your reliability and integrity to a caring, team-focused organization that values innovation.

Position Type

Full Time

Pay Rate

$13.50 / Hour

Job Schedule

DayTimeMon07:30 AM - 05:30 PMTue07:30 AM - 05:30 PMWed07:30 AM - 05:30 PMThur07:30 AM - 05:30 PMFri07:30 AM - 05:30 PM

What You'll Do

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities appropriate for a chemical and petrochemical location.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials and visitor authorizations, maintain entry records, and direct approved personnel, contractors, and deliveries in accordance with site procedures.
• Respond to access-control alarms, incidents, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating concerns through established communication channels.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of access points, operational areas, parking areas, and the perimeter to help identify unauthorized activity, hazards, or policy concerns.
• Support compliance with site access requirements, including applicable personal protective equipment and restricted-area protocols.

Minimum Requirements

• At least one year of security-related experience is required.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Ability to lift more than 20 pounds 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.