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Security Officer - Authorization Desk

Allied Universal

Skills

Required

  • Guard Card/license

Preferred

  • monitoring entry points
  • verifying access
  • conducting routine patrols
  • reporting security-related concerns
  • deter incidents

As a Security Officer - Authorization Desk in Plant City, FL , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more.

About Allied Universal

  • 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.
  • Allied Universal, where teamwork, integrity, reliability, and a people-first culture drive meaningful work.

Responsibilities

  • Officer at a retail distribution location, you will help maintain a welcoming, controlled environment by monitoring entry points, verifying access, conducting routine patrols, and reporting security-related concerns.
  • Your visible presence and exceptional communication skills will help deter incidents while supporting employees, visitors, and operations.
  • Full Time Pay Rate: $17.59 / Hour Job Schedule: DayTimeMon11:00 PM - 07:00 AMTue11:00 PM - 07:00 AMWed11:00 PM - 07:00 AMThur11:00 PM - 07:00 AMFri11:00 PM - 07:00 AM What You'll Do: Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and/or delivery personnel by carrying out access-control procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a retail distribution location.
  • Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials and/or visitor authorization, maintain visitor logs, and direct authorized personnel and vehicles in accordance with site procedures.
  • Control access for employees, contractors, vendors, and delivery drivers while reporting unauthorized access attempts, suspicious activity, and policy violations to appropriate personnel.
  • Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established escalation and reporting procedures.
  • Conduct regular and random patrols of access points, loading areas, parking areas, and the business perimeter; working environments and conditions may vary by client site.

Requirements

  • At least one year of security-related experience is required.
  • A Guard Card/license 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.

Benefits

  • Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
  • Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
  • Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
  • Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

Florida State Security Agency License No. B8500287 Closing 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. Requisition ID 2026-1729961