Security Officer - Flex School Welcome Desk
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 - Flex School Welcome Desk in Washington, DC , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Education, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Flex 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 Security Officer at an education location, you will be the welcoming first point of contact, helping manage visitor access, checking credentials, answering questions, and supporting building staff with clear communication. You will monitor entrances and security-related activity, document incidents, and respond to concerns with professionalism. At Allied Universal, you will bring integrity, teamwork, and a people-first approach in a fast-moving, innovative environment. Position Type: Flex Pay Rate: $20.00 / Hour Job Schedule: Day Time Mon 03:00 PM - 11:00 PM
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.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service at the front desk by following Allied Universal post orders, customer policies, and/or security-related procedures.
- Greet and screen visitors, issue temporary credentials when authorized, manage the visitor log, and direct guests to the appropriate department or contact.
- Monitor access control systems, phones, radios, and/or CCTV as assigned, and promptly report unusual activity or policy violations to site leadership and Allied Universal supervision.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including initiating site emergency response notifications and assisting with controlled entry and/or evacuation direction as instructed.
- Complete written and/or electronic reports, maintain shift logs, and communicate status updates to oncoming officers and site representatives.
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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
