Security Officer Enhanced Access 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.
Life doesn’t always follow a fixed schedule. That’s why we created the Security Officer – Part Time Enhanced position: a flexible, dependable option for individuals looking to supplement their income, gain hands-on experience, or work toward a full-time career with the industry leader.
As a Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Access Control in Willimantic, CT, this role is designed to provide reliable, consistent hours at an assigned site with the flexibility for you to earn more by picking-up additional shifts when it works for you.
Pay Rate: $17.25 / Hour
Job Schedule:
How This Role Works:
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Fixed-Shift Commitment (“Anchor Shifts”): You will be hired for a designated site and weekly shift that serves as your reliable base schedule. This assignment requires a six (6) month commitment.
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Earn More, Claim-A-Shift Program: In addition to your fixed shift, you may pick-up extra shifts through our scheduling platform, allowing you to increase earnings and gain experience across multiple sites. Work part-time hours this week and full-time the next. It’s all up to you.
This role is ideal for candidates seeking part-time employment with flexibility, income stability, and opportunities to build-up to a full-time schedule of up to 40 hours per week; always with the option to scale back when needed.
Responsibilities:
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Provide customer service to clients, employees, contractors, and visitors by carrying out site-specific access control procedures, policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
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Monitor access points, verify authorization for entry, issue visitor credentials, and maintain accurate visitor, contractor, and vehicle entry records.
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Respond to access-related incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; notify appropriate site contacts and emergency services as needed.
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Conduct regular and random patrols of manufacturing and industrial facilities, access points, parking areas, and perimeter areas to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
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Document incidents, unusual activities, and policy violations in clear, timely reports, and communicate relevant information to Allied Universal leadership and site management.
Minimum Requirements:
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Customer service experience is preferred.
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Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
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A Guard Card or license is preferred.
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Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles.
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Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
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As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
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Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.
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As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
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Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
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A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.
Why Join Us:
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Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
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Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
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Financial Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
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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.
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.
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