Security Officer - Access Control Specialist

As a **Security Officer Access Control Specialist** in **Monmouth, IL** , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Food/Beverage, and more. Join Allied Universal at a dynamic food and beverage location, where you will help manage access control, monitor entry points, conduct routine patrols, and remain visible to help deter security-related incidents. This role calls for strong customer service and communication while supporting a caring, agile team that values reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity every day.

**Position Type: Full Time**

**Pay Rate: $18.45 / Hour**

**Job Schedule:**

**Day** **Time**

Thur02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Fri02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Sat02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Sun02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

**What You'll Do:**

+ Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and/or drivers by following access control procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.

+ Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials and/or visitor authorization, and document arrivals, departures, and delivery activity in support of site access requirements.

+ Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and communicate with site contacts and/or emergency responders as needed.

+ Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the location and perimeter, including production, warehouse, parking, and shipping/receiving areas, with attention to unusual activity and security-related concerns.

+ Help to deter unauthorized access, theft, and/or policy violations by maintaining a visible presence, observing site activity, and reporting conditions that could impact operations.

**Minimum Requirements:**

+ 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.

**Job ID:** 2026-1604378

**Location:** United States-Illinois-Monmouth

**Job Category:** Security Officer