Security Officer Lobby Security

Allied Universal • Washington, DC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer Lobby Security Associate in Washington, DC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Education, and more. Join Allied Universal at a dynamic education location where you will serve as the front desk presence, welcoming students, staff, and visitors while helping to monitor access and support security-related procedures. This stationary role combines strong communication, professionalism, and customer service with a people-first approach. Be part of a team that values agility, reliability, innovation, and 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to students, faculty, staff, visitors, and/or vendors by carrying out security-related procedures, location-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor the front desk area, manage access control activities, verify identification and/or visitor information, and help to deter unauthorized entry in accordance with location guidelines.
• Respond to incidents, questions, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and communicate with campus personnel, supervisors, and/or first responders as needed.
• Maintain awareness of lobby and entry activity, document routine events and unusual occurrences, and support a professional presence at the front desk within an educational location.
• Assist with directing foot traffic, providing information, and reporting maintenance, access, and/or security-related concerns observed at the reception area.

Benefits

• Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• 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