Security Officer - Front Desk

Allied Universal • Stratford, CT

19h • $24 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer - Front Desk in Stratford, CT, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, and more. As a Front Desk Officer at an aero and defense location, you will welcome employees and visitors, support access control and badging, and monitor lobby activity and cameras for security-related concerns. You will document events, communicate clearly with on-site teams, and help maintain a professional first impression. At Allied Universal, you will thrive in a caring culture that values agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity.

Requirements

• Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
• A guard card and/or license 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 employees, visitors, and vendors at the front desk by following Allied Universal security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and post orders.
• Control access to the facility by verifying identification, issuing and/or tracking visitor credentials, and directing authorized personnel to appropriate locations.
• Monitor lobby activity, phone calls, and electronic systems such as cameras and alarms when assigned, and document irregular activity in required logs.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including initiating notifications and coordinating with site representatives and/or emergency responders as directed.
• Complete required reports and shift handoff information, including incident documentation, access control records, and administrative tasks related to front desk operations.

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