Security Officer - Government Entry Desk

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 - Government Entry Desk in Ridgeville, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal at a government location supporting youth services, where you will manage access control by greeting visitors, verifying credentials, monitoring entry points, and documenting activity using a computer and/or tablet. You will stay visible, communicate clearly with staff and guests, and help identify security-related concerns early. Our agile, reliable, and innovative team puts people first, works together, and leads with integrity every shift.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

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.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to site staff, visitors, contractors, and/or vendors by following security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Control entry and exit at designated access points by verifying identification, checking authorization, and directing individuals to the proper location.
• Screen visitors, packages, and/or deliveries in accordance with site policy, including use of available screening equipment when assigned.
• Maintain accurate visitor, vehicle, and key or badge logs, including issuing and collecting temporary credentials when required.
• Monitor alarms, doors, gates, and surveillance systems as assigned, reporting irregular activity and/or equipment concerns through the established chain of communication.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including initiating notifications and documenting actions taken.
• Assist with controlled movement within restricted areas by following post orders, maintaining position awareness, and communicating with site personnel.
• Complete detailed written reports and shift activity logs, including incident reports, access exceptions, and follow-up information as required.
• Support security-related investigations by preserving observations, providing statements, and coordinating with supervisors and/or public agency partners when directed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have 1+ years of security experience.
• Be 21+ years of age.
• Comfortable using a computer and/or tablet is preferred.
• Customer service experience 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.

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.

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