Security Officer Reception Security Desk

Allied UniversalSan Francisco, CA
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. As a Security Officer Reception Security Desk in San Francisco, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. As a Front Desk Officer at a retail location, you will welcome visitors, manage access control and badges, monitor alarm panels, and provide outstanding customer service. Your professional presence and clear communication will help support a secure, welcoming environment for employees and guests. Join Allied Universal, where an agile, reliable, and innovative team delivers with integrity and a caring culture that puts people first.

Requirements

  • At least 1 year of security-related experience 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.

Nice To Haves

  • Customer service experience is preferred.
  • A guard card or license is preferred.
  • Access control and badge experience is preferred.
  • Alarm panel experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and employees at a retail front desk by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, policies, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
  • Greet visitors, manage access procedures, verify identification and credentials as required, and provide directions or general information in a professional manner.
  • Monitor entry activity, maintain required logs and records, and report unusual activity, policy concerns, or maintenance issues to the appropriate personnel.
  • Respond to incidents, customer concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established site procedures.
  • Assist with maintaining an orderly front entrance and reception area while helping to deter unauthorized access and supporting a welcoming retail environment.

Benefits

  • Access to a retirement savings plan
  • medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
  • Discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.
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