Security Officer - Reception Control Desk
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 - Reception Control Desk in Los Angeles, CA , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, and more. As a Front Desk Officer at a premier commercial real estate location, you will be the first point of contact for tenants, guests, and vendors, helping to set a welcoming tone while supporting security-related operations. You will manage visitor check-in, monitor cameras and alarms, answer phones, document activity, and escalate concerns with clear communication. Join Allied Universal to deliver reliable service with integrity, teamwork, and an agile, people-first approach.
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 clients and tenants by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities as needed.
- Operate the front desk in a commercial real estate location by greeting and directing visitors, issuing visitor credentials, and maintaining access control logs.
- Monitor cameras, alarms, and building systems from the front desk and report irregular activity per site-specific escalation procedures.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including contacting emergency services and/or property management when required.
- Complete detailed reports and documentation, including incident reports, shift activity logs, and visitor or delivery records, to support security-related operations.
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
