Security Officer - Secure Access Control

Allied Universal • Phoenix, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer - Secure Access Control in PHOENIX, AZ, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Financial Institutions, and more. Join Allied Universal at a professional financial institution location where you will serve as the front desk presence, greeting guests, managing access, and monitoring security-related activity. In this people-first role, you will help support a smooth and professional environment through strong communication, attention to detail, and teamwork while representing our agile, reliable, and innovative values with integrity.

Requirements

• At least 2 years 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

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

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and/or vendors by following site-specific policies, managing front desk activity, and supporting security-related procedures at a financial institution location.
• Monitor access to the lobby and reception area, verify identification and/or credentials as required, and help to deter unauthorized entry through attentive front desk presence.
• Respond to incidents, visitor concerns, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and communicate with site contacts and emergency services when appropriate.
• Maintain accurate visitor logs, badge records, and incident documentation, answer incoming calls, and direct guests according to site protocols and front desk expectations.
• Observe activity at entry points and in the reception area, report unusual behavior or policy violations, and support emergency response activities when needed.

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