Security Officer - Visitor Center Receptionist
About The Position
As a Security Officer - Visitor Center Receptionist in Niskayuna, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. Join Allied Universal at a busy manufacturing and industrial location as a Front Desk Officer, where you will greet employees and visitors, manage access credentials, answer phones, and support security-related screening and check-in. You will monitor cameras and alarms, document incidents, and communicate clearly with site leadership to help to deter issues. Bring an agile, reliable, innovative mindset while living our caring, people-first culture through teamwork and integrity.
Requirements
- Have a minimum of 2 years of security-related experience.
- Possess a New York State Security Guard License.
- Client requires proof of a high school diploma or GED.
- Be at least 21 years of age.
- 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.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service at the front desk by following Allied Universal security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or visitor management requirements.
- Greet and screen visitors, issue temporary credentials per site policy, and route guests, vendors, and contractors to the appropriate contact.
- Monitor access control points and front desk systems, report unauthorized entry attempts, and help to deter prohibited items from entering the location.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including coordinating notifications to site leadership and/or emergency services as directed.
- Maintain accurate front desk logs and reports, document security-related activity, and communicate key updates during shift turnovers.
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
