Security Officer - Front Desk

Allied Universal • Seattle, WA

22h • $24 • Onsite

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 - Welcome Desk in Seattle, WA , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. As a Front Desk Officer with Allied Universal, you will be the first point of contact at a professional location, greeting visitors, verifying access, monitoring security-related activity, and responding to incidents with clear communication. You will support a smooth lobby experience using computers and/or tablets while staying visible to help reduce disruptions. Join a team that is agile, reliable, and innovative, with a caring culture built on teamwork and integrity.

Requirements

• Have at least 2 years of security-related experience.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• A guard card and/or license is preferred.
• Be comfortable using a computer and/or tablet is preferred.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients and visitors by following Allied Universal security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Staff the front desk to greet and direct visitors, manage sign-in and credential verification, and support access control procedures.
• Monitor lobby activity, alarms, cameras, and/or other systems as assigned, and report unusual activity according to site-specific guidelines to help to deter incidents.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting actions taken and notifying appropriate contacts.
• Complete required logs, reports, and shift handoffs, and communicate professionally with site personnel and/or emergency responders as needed.

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