Security Officer Reception Security

Allied Universal • Stratford, CT

2d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer Reception Security in Stratford, CT, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, and more. Join Allied Universal at a professional front desk location supporting the aero and defense industry, where you will welcome visitors, help manage access, monitor entry activity, and provide outstanding customer service and communication. In this stationary role, you will support security-related operations with professionalism, teamwork, and integrity while contributing to a caring, reliable, and innovative environment.

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.

Nice To Haves

• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Comfort with using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• A guard card or license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and/or contractors by carrying out site-specific procedures, front desk protocols, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor access to the location by checking identification, verifying appointments, issuing visitor credentials, and maintaining front desk logs in accordance with site policies.
• Answer phones, greet incoming guests, direct them to the appropriate contact or department, and communicate clearly with personnel regarding arrivals, deliveries, and/or security-related concerns.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including notifying the appropriate personnel and documenting relevant details.
• Support a professional lobby and reception presence within a defense-related location while helping to deter unauthorized access through attentive observation and consistent application of post procedures.

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