Security Officer - Front Desk Attendant
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 - Front Desk Attendant in Los Angeles, CA , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Education, and more. As a Front Desk Officer at an education location, you will be the welcoming first point of contact, greeting students, staff, and visitors while supporting security-related access control and visitor management. You will monitor activity at the desk, communicate clearly, assist with questions and directions, and help report and document incidents as needed. Join Allied Universal to work with a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, and guided by integrity and care.
Requirements
- Customer service experience is preferred.
- A guard card and/or license is preferred.
- Being comfortable using a computer or tablet 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.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to students, faculty, staff, and visitors by following Allied Universal security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at an education location.
- Staff the front desk to monitor access, greet and direct visitors, assist with check-in processes, and help to deter unauthorized entry by verifying identification and/or appointments per site policy.
- Monitor lobby activity and security-related systems such as cameras, alarms, and access control panels, and report unusual conditions per post orders.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including contacting campus partners and/or emergency services as directed.
- Complete security-related reports and logs, document incidents, and communicate relevant information during shift handoff and/or as directed by supervision.
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
