Armed Security Officer - Reception Access

Allied Universal; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,617,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal, North America’s leading security and facility services company, is seeking an Armed Security Officer - Reception Access in San Antonio, TX. You will manage access, greet visitors, verify credentials, and support site security procedures at a financial institution.

We offer paid training and a people-first culture with benefits and opportunities for career growth. Required: Texas Level III Armed Guard, HS diploma, and background check; driving position requires license where

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Armed guard card or license preferred.
• Background check and drug screen required by law.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and employees by following site-specific procedures.
• Manage the front desk by greeting visitors, verifying identification, maintaining visitor records, and directing guests.
• Monitor entry points and security systems; report unusual activity to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents calmly and follow escalation protocols.
• Maintain logs and reports and communicate professionally with staff and leadership.

Skills

Customer service

Access control experience

Communication skills

Computer/Tablet literacy

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer/Tablet literacy

Job description

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 Armed Security Officer - Reception Access in San Antonio, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Financial Institutions, and more. As a Front Desk Security Professional at a financial institution, you will help create a welcoming, professional environment by managing access control, greeting visitors, verifying credentials, and supporting security-related procedures. You will use communication and customer service skills to help address concerns, maintain accurate visitor records, and support a secure workplace. Join Allied Universal, where teamwork, integrity, reliability, and a people-first culture drive every interaction.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon 04:00 PM - 12:00 AM
• Tue 04:00 PM - 12:00 AM
• Sat 08:00 PM - 08:00 AM
• Sun 08:00 PM - 08:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and employees by carrying out site-specific procedures, financial institution policies, and appropriate emergency response activities.
• Manage the front desk by greeting visitors, verifying identification, maintaining visitor records, and directing guests according to established access procedures.
• Monitor entry points, visitor activity, and security-related systems from a stationary post; report unusual activity or access concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following site-specific escalation protocols.
• Maintain accurate logs, complete required reports, and communicate professionally with bank personnel, visitors, and Allied Universal leadership.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess a Level III Armed Guard Card in Texas.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• An armed guard card or license is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• 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.

Why Join Us:

• 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.

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices. C15802