Security Officer Visitor Access

Allied Universal • Los Angeles, CA

5d • 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 Visitor in Van Nuys, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, and more. Join Allied Universal as a Front Desk Professional at a dynamic aero and defense location, where you will greet visitors, manage access, monitor activity from a stationary post, and deliver outstanding customer service and communication. In this role, you will help support a secure environment through professionalism, attention to detail, and integrity while working with a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, and 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.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to extent permitted by law.
• A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.

Nice To Haves

• A state, county, or city issued security-related license is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• A guard card and/or license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and contractors by carrying out site-specific procedures, front desk protocols, and/or emergency response activities appropriate to the location.
• Monitor lobby and reception areas, greet arriving guests, verify credentials, and help to control access in accordance with location policies and security-related procedures.
• Answer phones, manage visitor logs, issue temporary access credentials, and communicate with site contacts regarding arrivals, deliveries, and/or questions related to front desk activity.
• Respond to incidents, unusual activity, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and report details to appropriate personnel in line with Allied Universal and location guidelines.
• Support a professional front desk presence within a dynamic aerospace and defense location by maintaining awareness of entry activity and helping to follow established security-related protocols.

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