Security Officer Entry Control

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 Entry Control in Jackson, MS, 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 at a busy food and beverage location, where you will monitor entry points, verify badges, manage visitor access, and support security-related operations with professionalism and care. You will remain a visible presence, perform routine observations, and deliver strong customer service and communication. In a role built on teamwork, integrity, and reliability, you will help create a welcoming and well-managed environment.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $13.12 / Hour

Job Schedule:

What You'll Do:

Provide customer service to all persons at the location by following security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or appropriate emergency response activities.
• Monitor access control points, verify credentials, process visitor entry, and document arrivals, departures, and/or deliveries in accordance with location protocols.
• Respond to incidents, unusual activity, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and communicate relevant information to site contacts and/or emergency personnel as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the location, including entrances, shipping and receiving areas, and perimeter points, as post orders allow.
• Help to deter unauthorized access, policy violations, and/or disruptions by maintaining awareness of access activity and reporting concerns through proper channels.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least 1 year of security-related experience is required.
• The ability to lift more than 20 lbs is preferred.
• Access control and badge 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.

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.

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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