Security Officer - Access Control 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 - Access Control Desk in Arnold, MO, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. As an Allied Universal Access Control Officer at a fast-paced tech, media, and telecom location, you will help manage entry points, verify credentials, and welcome employees and visitors with clear, professional communication. You will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence that may help to deter security-related incidents, document activity, and escalate concerns as needed. Bring an agile, reliable, and innovative mindset, delivering through teamwork and integrity in a caring culture that puts people first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $19.06 / 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 clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, access control processes, and/or emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Control entry and exit at assigned access points by verifying credentials, issuing temporary badges, managing visitor logs, and coordinating with client contacts for approvals.
• Monitor alarms, cameras, and access control systems to identify irregular activity and report concerns per post orders, helping to deter unauthorized access.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including de-escalation, dispatch coordination, and timely notification to site leadership and/or emergency services.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of entrances, office areas, and the building perimeter to check doors, gates, and restricted areas, and document security-related observations and incidents.

Minimum Requirements:

• 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.

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.