Access Control Officer

Overview

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career working with intelligent, diverse people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your next, right now. We’ve got what you’re looking for. Job Description

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Access Control Officer to join our team. In this role you will ensure that the visit is duly approved and endorsed by the appropriate authorizing personnel or their delegate. Responsibilities

Receive all applications for all forms of required access to the premises and review all applications for entry to ensure they are correctly filled as required and all information relating to the identity of the visitor as well as the purpose of visit is properly captured. Make a note of any additional information based on observations and forward for approval / signature all applications received for access after proper scrutiny and review. Exhibit a high degree of motivation toward providing guest satisfaction by displaying a friendly approach to guest service. Ability to deal with many guests and / or employees each day in a positive, friendly and professional manner. Carry out periodic inspections of the access control devices at all entrances to ensure they are functioning properly. Control public and visitor access through the use of hand held metal detectors, baggage / hand delivered mail and parcels screening and gender specific physical searching of visitors as necessary. Reception and issue of ID passes for external contractors / vendors and monitor CCTV cameras and respond to intruder, perimeter and fire alarms. Ensure that all evacuation procedures are applied and use the electronic traffic management system for access to car park and goods delivery yard. Participate in security / police training exercises. Required Skills

High school diploma (or equivalent); college level education certification is preferred. 5 years of relevant experience in a classified contract guard environment. Able to read, speak and understand English and Arabic fluently. Must have previous supervisory experience or proper training (Security, Military, and / or Law Enforcement). Desired Skills

Incumbent must have good written and oral communication skills. Excellent interpersonal and team working skills. Ability to remain calm under pressure. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information. We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY! Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to