Security Officer Access Control Specialist

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 Specialist in Corpus Christi, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Chemical/Petrochemical, and more. Join Allied Universal at a dynamic chemical and petrochemical location where you will help manage access control, verify credentials, monitor entry activity, and support a professional, customer-focused experience. This role offers the opportunity to stay visible, perform routine patrols, and respond to security-related concerns with strong communication and integrity. Be part of a caring, agile team that values reliability, innovation, and teamwork.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.50 / Hour

Job Schedule:

What You'll Do:

Provide customer service to all visitors, contractors, and employees by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities appropriate to the location.
• Monitor and control access at entry and exit points by verifying credentials, processing visitors, checking deliveries, and documenting arrivals and departures in accordance with site requirements.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating concerns and communicating with site contacts and/or public emergency personnel when appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of access points, restricted areas, and the perimeter to help identify unusual activity, policy violations, and/or potential hazards within the location.
• Support vehicle and personnel screening activities at the location, help maintain accurate access records, and report maintenance, operational, and/or security-related concerns to the appropriate site representative.

Minimum Requirements:

• A minimum of 2+ years of security-related experience is required.
• A TSA issued TWIC is required.
• Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
• Being 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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