Security Officer - Front 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 - Front Desk in Middletown, NY , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a 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 Officer at a busy manufacturing location, you will be the welcoming first point of contact while supporting security-related operations. You will manage visitor check-in, verify badges and access requests, monitor cameras and alarm panels, and communicate clearly with employees and leadership. With Allied Universal, you will stay agile and reliable, collaborate through teamwork, and act with integrity in every interaction.
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.
Nice To Haves
- A Guard Card/License is preferred.
- Alarm Panel Experience is preferred.
- Customer Service Experience is preferred.
- Access Control/Badge Experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to employees, contractors, drivers, and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a manufacturing and industrial location.
- Staff the front desk by greeting and directing visitors, answering phones, and coordinating with site contacts to support a professional check-in experience.
- Control access to the facility by verifying identification and/or work authorization, issuing temporary badges when applicable, and documenting arrivals and departures per site requirements.
- Monitor assigned access points and security-related systems, report suspicious activity, and communicate concerns to Allied Universal supervision and site management.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, completing reports and maintaining accurate logs of security-related activities.
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
