Security Officer - Main Lobby Desk

Allied Universal • San Diego, CA

17d • $23 • Onsite

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 - Main Lobby Desk in San Diego, CA , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Financial Institutions, and more. As a Front Desk Security Officer at a financial institution location, you will welcome employees and visitors, manage access control and badging, monitor cameras and alarms, and document security-related activity. You will serve as a visible, professional presence, answer questions, communicate clearly during unusual situations, and escalate concerns to the appropriate teams. At Allied Universal, you will bring integrity, teamwork, and a people-first approach to every interaction.

Requirements

• Have at least 1+ years of security-related experience.
• 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.
• CPR Certification is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Access control/badge experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients and visitors at the front desk by following Allied Universal security-related procedures and site-specific policies.
• Control access to the location by screening visitors, issuing temporary badges and/or passes, and directing guests to the appropriate destinations.
• Monitor lobby activity and front desk systems, documenting unusual activity and reporting concerns according to post orders.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including notifying appropriate personnel and/or emergency services as directed.
• Maintain accurate logs and reports for visitor entries, deliveries, incidents, and other required front desk activity.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED