Security Officer Front Desk

Allied Universal; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plans

AD&D

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a part-time Security Officer Enhanced Welcome Desk in Boston, MA. This role offers reliable, anchored shifts with opportunities to pick up additional shifts through our scheduling platform, enabling greater earnings while protecting people and property at a commercial real estate site.

You will monitor access, greet visitors, verify authorization, and handle security-related tasks with professionalism. A high school diploma and background check are required.

Qualifications

• Provide courteous customer service to tenants, visitors, and vendors at a front desk.
• Follow site-specific security procedures and policies to protect people and property.

Responsibilities

• Greet and screen visitors, verify authorization, and direct guests as needed.
• Monitor access and building systems; respond to incidents calmly and coordinate with teams.
• Maintain visitor logs and issue/collect access credentials as required.
• Support emergency response activities when necessary.

Skills

Customer service

Front desk operations

Security procedures

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Scheduling platform

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.

Life doesn’t always follow a fixed schedule. That’s why we created the Security Officer – Part Time Enhanced position: a flexible, dependable option for individuals looking to supplement their income, gain hands‑on experience, or work toward a full‑time career with the industry leader.

As a Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Welcome Desk in Boston, MA, this role is designed to provide reliable, consistent hours at an assigned site with the flexibility for you to earn more by picking‑up additional shifts when it works for you.

Pay Rate: $23.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Sat 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM

How This Role Works:

• Fixed-Shift Commitment (“Anchor Shifts”): You will be hired for a designated site and weekly shift that serves as your reliable base schedule. This assignment requires a six (6) month commitment.
• Earn More, Claim‑A-Shift Program: In addition to your fixed shift, you may pick‑up extra shifts through our scheduling platform, allowing you to increase earnings and gain experience across multiple sites. Work part‑time hours this week and full‑time the next. It’s all up to you.

This role is ideal for candidates seeking part‑time employment with flexibility, income stability, and opportunities to build‑up to a full‑time schedule of up to 40 hours per week; always with the option to scale back when needed.

Responsibilities:

• Provide customer service to tenants, visitors, and/or vendors at a commercial real estate front desk by carrying out site‑specific security‑related procedures and policies.
• Monitor access to the property, greet and screen visitors, verify authorization, and direct guests to appropriate offices or building areas.
• Maintain visitor records, issue and collect access credentials as applicable, and support tenant and visitor access requests.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem‑solving manner; notify appropriate personnel and support emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Monitor front desk communications, cameras, and building systems as assigned, and report unusual activity, maintenance concerns, or security‐related issues according to site procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• 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:

• Flexible Scheduling: Choose from a variety of open shifts that align with your availability and lifestyle.
• Career Growth: Clear path to full‑time roles and ongoing advancement through paid training programs.
• Smart Tools: Access exclusive technology for real‑time shift visibility and claiming.
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plans, and disability insurance; seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked; 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments (unused vacation is only paid out where required by law).
• Employee Perks: Enjoy discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and more 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.