Security Officer - Commercial Building
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 Guard - Bank Lobby Greeter in Philadelphia, PA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Financial Institutions, and more. As a Front Desk Officer at a financial institution, you will welcome employees and visitors, manage access points, and support badge and visitor check-in processes while maintaining detailed logs and clear communication. You will monitor activity from the lobby and front desk area, respond to security-related concerns, and partner with site teams to help maintain a professional environment. At Allied Universal, you will bring integrity, teamwork, and a people-first approach every day.
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
- Customer Service Experience - preferred.
- Access Control/Badge Experience - preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to staff, members, and/or visitors at a front desk within a financial services location by following site-specific security-related procedures and policies and supporting emergency response activities when appropriate.
- Monitor lobby activity and access points from the front desk, helping to deter unauthorized entry by verifying identification, issuing visitor credentials, and maintaining a visitor log.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including contacting Allied Universal management and/or local emergency services as directed by post orders.
- Operate and monitor security-related systems as assigned, such as cameras, alarms, and intercoms, and report unusual activity per site procedures.
- Complete daily reports, incident documentation, and shift handoffs, communicating noteworthy events to the next shift and/or 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 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
