Security Officer - Access Checkpoint

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 Checkpoint in Dekalb, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Food/Beverage, and more. Join Allied Universal at a dynamic food and beverage location, where you will help manage access control, monitor entry points, and support daily security-related operations. This role combines professionalism, visibility, and strong communication to help create a welcoming environment for employees and visitors. Be part of a team that values agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and acting with integrity every day.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $19.50 / Hour

Job Schedule:

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service by carrying out site-specific procedures, access control responsibilities, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a food and beverage location.
• Monitor and document the entry and exit of employees, visitors, and deliveries, helping to support authorized access and reporting irregular activity.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including assisting with site protocols for restricted areas and visitor management.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the location and perimeter, remaining aware of changing conditions and reporting maintenance and/or security-related concerns.
• Communicate with site contacts, staff, and guests regarding badge checks, visitor procedures, and other access-related policies while maintaining detailed activity logs.

Minimum Requirements:

• Comfortable using a computer 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.

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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