Security Officer - 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.

As a Security Officer Access Control Associate in Granite City, IL
, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, 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:  Join Allied Universal at a dynamic manufacturing and industrial location, where you will monitor entry points, verify badges, conduct routine patrols, and support access control activities that help to deter security-related incidents.

This role offers the chance to combine strong customer service and communication with a caring, agile, reliable, and innovative team that values people first, teamwork, and integrity every day.

Position Type:
Part Time

Pay Rate: $18.50 / Hour

6+ months Security experience required

• Thur 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
• Fri 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
• Sat 10:00 PM - 06:00 AM

• Provide customer service to employees, contractors, visitors, and/or delivery drivers by carrying out access control procedures, site‑specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at an industrial location.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify identification and/or credentials, manage visitor access, and document arrivals, departures, and other security‑related activity in accordance with post procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner, and communicate with site contacts and/or emergency services as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around production areas, administrative spaces, parking areas, and the perimeter, noting unusual conditions and reporting security‑related concerns.
• Help to deter unauthorized access, theft, and/or policy violations by maintaining a visible presence and following established reporting and access control protocols.

• At least 6 months of security‑related experience is required.
• 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.

• 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.

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: