Security Officer Full Time Reception Credential Desk

Allied Universal•Glendale, CA

6d•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 Full Time Reception Credential Desk in Glendale, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. As a Front Desk Security Professional with Allied Universal, you will provide a welcoming, professional presence at a premier commercial location. You will support access control, monitor security-related systems, assist visitors and employees, and communicate clearly to help maintain an orderly environment. Bring your customer service skills and attention to detail to a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, caring, and guided by integrity.

Requirements

At least one 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 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

Experience with alarm panels is preferred.
Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
Experience with access control and badge systems is preferred.
Possession of a guard card or license is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and employees by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and, when appropriate, emergency response activities.
Staff the front desk, greet and direct visitors, maintain visitor logs, and support access-control procedures in accordance with site requirements.
Monitor entry activity, respond to inquiries, and communicate relevant information to appropriate site contacts and/or Allied Universal leadership.
Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established reporting and escalation procedures.