Security Officer - Part-Time Utility Reception

Allied Universal•Columbus, OH

6d•$16•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 - Part-Time Utility Reception in Gahanna, OH , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Utilities, 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. As a Front Desk Security Officer at a major utilities location, you will welcome employees and visitors, manage check-in and badges, monitor cameras and alarms, and document security-related activity with clear communication. You will be a visible, professional presence who helps support smooth daily operations through customer service, attention to detail, and prompt escalation of concerns. At Allied Universal, you will work with a caring team that values agility, reliability, innovation, and integrity.

Requirements

Proof of a high school diploma and/or GED is required.
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 guests, employees, contractors, and/or vendors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
Staff the front desk and lobby area, greeting visitors, answering questions, and directing individuals to appropriate locations based on site procedures.
Manage access control by verifying identification, issuing temporary badges, and maintaining visitor and contractor logs in accordance with site requirements.
Monitor cameras, alarm panels, intercoms, and/or other security-related systems from the front desk and report irregular activity per post orders.
Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating to site contacts and/or public responders when required.
Operate phones, radios, and/or dispatch channels to relay information, document requests, and support coordination during routine operations and incident response.
Complete detailed reports and shift logs, including incident documentation, access control activity, and policy exceptions, and submit them per site requirements.
Support a professional location environment by enforcing lobby and reception procedures, including prohibited items screening requirements when assigned, and addressing policy violations in a courteous manner.

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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