Security Officer - Lobby Reception Post
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. As a Security Officer - Lobby Reception Post in Washington, DC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, 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. Join Allied Universal at a premier commercial real estate location as a Front Desk Officer, where you will welcome tenants and guests, manage access and visitor check-in, monitor cameras and alarms, and document incidents with clear communication. You will be the friendly first point of contact, helping to deter security-related concerns through a visible, professional presence. Bring integrity, teamwork, and a people-first mindset to a role that values reliability, agility, and innovation.
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.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to tenants, visitors, and staff at a commercial real estate front desk by following site-specific security-related procedures, access guidelines, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
- Manage visitor processing by greeting arrivals, confirming authorization, issuing visitor credentials, and directing individuals to the appropriate location while following site policies.
- Monitor lobby activity and security-related systems such as cameras, alarms, intercoms, and access control, and report irregular conditions according to post orders.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including coordinating notifications to building management and/or emergency services as needed.
- Complete required reports and logs such as visitor entries, incident documentation, and shift activity updates, and communicate observations to oncoming staff and/or supervisors.
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
