Security Officer Controlled Entry
Allied Universal
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionOverview 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 Controlled Entry in Richmond, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. Join Allied Universal at a fast-paced tech-focused location where you will help manage access control, monitor assigned areas, and conduct routine patrols to help deter security-related incidents. In this customer-facing role, you will support employees and visitors with strong communication and professionalism while reflecting our agile, reliable, and innovative culture, built on teamwork, care, and integrity. Position Type: Full Time Pay Rate: $19.00 / Hour Job Schedule: DayTimeWed04:00 PM - 12:00 AMThur04:00 PM - 12:00 AMFri04:00 PM - 12:00 AMSat04:00 PM - 12:00 AM What You'll Do: Provide customer service by carrying out access control procedures, visitor check-in and badge verification, site-specific policies, and/or appropriate emergency response activities at a technology-focused location.Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials, process guest and contractor arrivals, and report access irregularities in a calm, problem-solving manner.Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations with professionalism, documenting security-related concerns and communicating with site contacts as needed.Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter, noting unusual activity, unlocked access points, and/or conditions that could impact daily operations.Support front lobby and access management functions by helping to deter unauthorized entry, providing directions to employees and visitors, and maintaining accurate activity logs. Minimum Requirements: A guard card and/or license is preferred.Customer service experience is preferred.CPR and/or First Aid certification is preferred.Comfortable using a computer and/or tablet 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. ClosingAllied 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. Requisition ID 2026-1600055
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Security Officer Controlled Entry
Allied Universal
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About this role
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionOverview 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 Controlled Entry in Richmond, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. Join Allied Universal at a fast-paced tech-focused location where you will help manage access control, monitor assigned areas, and conduct routine patrols to help deter security-related incidents. In this customer-facing role, you will support employees and visitors with strong communication and professionalism while reflecting our agile, reliable, and innovative culture, built on teamwork, care, and integrity.
Position Type: Full Time
Pay Rate: $19.00 / Hour
Job Schedule:
DayTimeWed04:00 PM - 12:00 AMThur04:00 PM - 12:00 AMFri04:00 PM - 12:00 AMSat04:00 PM - 12:00 AM What You'll Do:
Provide customer service by carrying out access control procedures, visitor check-in and badge verification, site-specific policies, and/or appropriate emergency response activities at a technology-focused location.Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials, process guest and contractor arrivals, and report access irregularities in a calm, problem-solving manner.Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations with professionalism, documenting security-related concerns and communicating with site contacts as needed.Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter, noting unusual activity, unlocked access points, and/or conditions that could impact daily operations.Support front lobby and access management functions by helping to deter unauthorized entry, providing directions to employees and visitors, and maintaining accurate activity logs. Minimum Requirements:
A guard card and/or license is preferred.Customer service experience is preferred.CPR and/or First Aid certification is preferred.Comfortable using a computer and/or tablet 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. ClosingAllied 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.
Requisition ID
2026-1600055
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