Security Officer - Access Control

Overview

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 in Detroit, MI
, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Utilities, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part‑Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more:  As a driving post with Allied Universal at a utilities location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, complete routine rounds, and remain visible to help reduce security‑related incidents.

You will support access points, respond to concerns, document activity, and provide strong customer service and communication with site teams and visitors. Join a company that is agile, reliable, and innovative, with a caring culture that puts people first and delivers through teamwork and integrity.

Part Time

17.50 / Hour

Day Time:
Wed 02:00 PM - 06:00 PM;
Thur 02:00 PM - 06:00 PM;
Sat 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM

• 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 Benefits:
  
  Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks:
  Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

• Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner, documenting actions taken and notifying site leadership and/or Allied Universal supervision as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the location, including buildings, yards, and perimeter areas. Working environments and conditions may vary by site.
• Monitor and acknowledge alarms and security-related systems, escalating maintenance concerns and/or unusual activity through established reporting channels.
• Control access for employees, contractors, and visitors by verifying authorization, issuing temporary credentials when directed, and coordinating escorts for restricted utility-related areas.

• A valid driver's license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• Being comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Access control and/or 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.

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.