Security Officer - Armed Front Desk

Allied Universal

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer - Armed Front Desk in Washington, DC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As a Front Desk Officer at a fast-paced tech, media, and telecom location, you will greet and assist visitors, manage access and badging, answer phones, and document security-related activity with clear, professional communication. This is an armed post requiring an armed guard card/license. You will represent Allied Universal with integrity, a people-first mindset, and strong teamwork while staying agile, reliable, and innovative in supporting daily operations.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Possess an Armed Guard Card and/or License.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service at the front desk by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a media and technology location.
• Control access to the facility by greeting visitors, verifying identification, issuing visitor credentials, and directing guests, employees, and/or vendors according to site procedures.
• Monitor cameras, alarms, and building systems from the front desk and report irregular conditions, unauthorized access attempts, and/or suspicious activity per post orders.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, contacting site leadership and/or emergency services as required.
• Complete detailed reports, maintain visitor and key logs, and communicate shift activity and security-related concerns to oncoming personnel and site contacts.

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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

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