Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse, and inclusive workplace, you will be part of a team that fuels a culture that will reflect in our communities and customers we serve. We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, retirement plans, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks, and more for most full-time positions!
As a Security Officer – Distribution Site - Afternoon Shift in Sparks, NV, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution and more .
Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you’ll use our exclusive Claim a Shift platform to view and Pick up open shifts based on your availability—giving you the freedom to build a schedule that works for you, while gaining valuable site experience across various industries. Whether you’re looking to supplement your income or take the first step toward a full-time role, this position offers unmatched access to hands-on experience and growth opportunities. As an Access Control Officer with Allied Universal, you will play a vital role in supporting the security-related needs of a dynamic logistics and distribution location. Your responsibilities will include monitoring and controlling access points, verifying credentials, and conducting routine patrols to help to deter incidents and promote a secure environment. You will be a visible presence, providing exceptional customer service and clear communication to everyone on site. By remaining attentive and approachable, you will help to foster a welcoming atmosphere while upholding the highest standards of integrity and teamwork. Join us and become part of a caring culture that values agility, reliability, and innovation as you contribute to the ongoing success of our clients and their operations.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• At least 1 year of security-related experience is required.
• A Guard Card or license 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.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Use our proprietary scheduling platform to claim open shifts at client sites
• Support operations across a range of environments including commercial real estate, healthcare, and education
• Receive site-specific training and guidance from experienced teams
• Deliver consistent, professional security presence and customer service
• Be ready to fill in at short notice when urgent needs arise

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitor and control access points at the logistics and distribution location, verifying credentials of individuals entering or exiting the premises.
• Assist with visitor and vehicle management, including maintaining accurate logs and issuing temporary passes as required by site-specific policies.
• Help to deter unauthorized entry or suspicious activity by maintaining a visible presence at designated access control points.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following Allied Universal procedures and site-specific guidelines.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter to help identify potential security-related concerns or policy violations.
• Support emergency response activities and communicate with site personnel and/or law enforcement as needed.
• Provide customer service to clients, employees, and visitors by addressing questions and assisting with directions or site policies.