Security Officer - Corporate Reception Desk

Allied Universal • Towson, MD

27d • $19

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 Officer - Corporate Reception Desk in Towson, MD , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. Join Allied Universal at a fast-paced manufacturing location, where you will monitor assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, and maintain a visible presence that helps to deter security-related incidents. You will support access control, respond to alarms and/or calls for service, document observations, and provide professional customer service and communication to employees and visitors. Bring integrity and teamwork to an agile, reliable, innovative team that puts people first.

Requirements

• Be 21+ years of age.
• CPR and/or First Aid certification is preferred and may be completed post hire.
• A guard card and/or license is preferred.
• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• 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

• CPR and/or First Aid certification is preferred and may be completed post hire.
• A guard card and/or license is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to site personnel, visitors, and drivers by following security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Control access to buildings, production areas, and shipping and receiving areas by verifying identification, managing visitor processing, and maintaining required entry and exit documentation.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including reporting hazards, suspicious activity, and policy violations to site leadership and Allied Universal supervision.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the facility, production areas, warehouse spaces, and the perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or property damage.
• Working environments and conditions may vary by location.
• Monitor security-related systems and equipment such as cameras, alarms, and radios, and complete shift activity logs, incident reports, and other required documentation.

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