Security Guard - Armed Front Desk

Allied Universal • Atlanta, GA

2d • $20 • Onsite

About The Position

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. Job Description As a Security Guard - Armed Front Desk in Atlanta, GA , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Financial Institutions, and more. As a Front Desk Officer at a leading financial services location, you will be the first point of contact, welcoming visitors, managing access control, and monitoring entry activity to help reduce security-related incidents. This is an armed post requiring an armed guard card or license, where clear communication and calm professionalism matter. At Allied Universal, you will thrive in a caring, people-first culture that values agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity.

Requirements

• Possess an Armed Guard Card/License.
• Have 6 Months+ Armed Security/Law Enforcement/Military Experience.
• Provide DD214 with Honorable Discharge OR Associates Degree/60 College Credits OR Police Academy Certificate OR Corrections Academy Certificate.
• Be at least 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.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors and employees at the front desk by carrying out security procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities as needed.
• Control access by greeting and screening entrants, verifying identification and/or credentials, issuing temporary badges when authorized, and directing visitors to appropriate locations.
• Monitor lobby activity and security-related systems such as cameras, alarms, and access control; report irregular conditions and follow site-specific escalation procedures.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including coordinating notifications to site contacts and/or emergency services when required.
• Maintain accurate front desk logs and reports, including visitor records, deliveries, incident documentation, and shift turnover communications for Allied Universal supervision.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED