Security Officer - Lobby Reception Desk
About The Position
As a Security Officer - Lobby Reception Desk in Radnor, PA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Education, and more. As a Front Desk Officer in an education setting, you will welcome students, staff, and visitors, manage access control, and respond to alarms and security-related concerns with calm, professional communication. You will use computer and/or tablet systems to document activity, support incident reporting, and coordinate with site teams. At Allied Universal, you will bring agile, reliable service, a caring people-first mindset, and integrity-driven teamwork to every interaction.
Requirements
- Have at least 2 years of security-related experience.
- Be at least 21 years of age.
- 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
- Alarm panel experience is preferred.
- Customer service experience is preferred.
- Be comfortable using a computer or tablet, preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service at the front desk by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities for an education location.
- Greet and screen visitors, issue visitor credentials, manage sign-in and/or sign-out logs, and direct guests to appropriate departments while following access control requirements.
- Monitor security-related systems such as cameras, alarms, and communications equipment, and report suspicious activity and/or policy violations to appropriate personnel.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including coordinating notifications and documenting actions taken.
- Complete detailed reports and maintain accurate administrative records, including incident reports, shift activity logs, and key and/or access card control documentation.
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
