Security Officer Access Control

Allied Universal • Phoenix, AZ

1d • 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. As a Security Officer Front Desk Security in Phoenix, AZ, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As a Front Desk Officer at a government location, you will welcome visitors, manage access, monitor activity from a stationary post, and support security-related operations through strong communication and customer service. At Allied Universal, you will be part of a caring, agile, and reliable team that puts people first, values integrity, and uses teamwork and innovation to help create a professional and confident environment.

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.

Nice To Haves

• A current guard card or license is preferred.
• A current pepper spray certification is preferred.
• A current CPR certification is preferred.
• A current handcuffing certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and/or members of the public by carrying out site-specific procedures and front desk protocols at a government location.
• Monitor access to the lobby and reception area, verify identification and/or credentials as directed, and help to deter unauthorized entry or suspicious activity.
• Respond to incidents, questions, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and communicate relevant information to site contacts and Allied Universal leadership.
• Operate front desk systems such as visitor logs, badge processes, phones, and/or basic reporting tools while maintaining accurate security-related documentation.
• Support emergency response activities when appropriate, provide directions and information to guests, and report maintenance, access control, and/or security-related concerns to the appropriate personnel.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees