Security Officer - Lobby Access 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 - Lobby Access Desk in New York, NY , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Financial Institutions, and more. Join Allied Universal at the front desk of a leading financial institution location, where you will greet visitors, manage access control and badges, monitor lobby activity, and support security-related communications with professionalism and care. You will represent a team that is agile, reliable, and innovative, putting people first while delivering through teamwork and acting with integrity in every interaction.
Requirements
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- CPR certification is preferred and may be completed post hire.
- Customer service experience is preferred.
- A guard card and/or license is preferred.
- Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service at the front desk of a financial services location by following Allied Universal post orders, access procedures, and other site-specific security-related policies.
- Greet and screen visitors, issue temporary credentials when authorized, manage the visitor log, and direct guests to the appropriate destination while supporting a professional lobby experience.
- Monitor lobby activity and security-related systems such as CCTV, alarms, and access control, and report irregular activity per site procedures.
- Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including initiating notifications, documenting actions taken, and coordinating with on-site staff and/or emergency responders when needed.
- Complete detailed reports for daily activity, incident documentation, and shift handoff communications, and maintain control of keys, badges, and other access items as assigned.
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
