Security Officer Front Desk

Alliedbarton Security Services; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Front Desk in Portsmouth, NH. This role provides a flexible, reliable base with opportunities to earn more by picking up shifts. Pay rate is $22.36 per hour, with a fixed daytime shift and an option to increase hours through additional shifts across sites.

The position emphasizes professional front desk presence, visitor verification, access control, and incident response within a financial institution context.

Qualifications

• License preferred (state/county/city-issued).
• Must be at least 18 for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Background check and drug screening required by law and policy.
• License requirements vary by state/local regulations.
• Valid driver’s license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and employees at a financial institution with security procedures.
• Greet visitors, verify appointments/ID, issue visitor credentials, and direct individuals.
• Monitor lobby activity and security systems, report concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents and alarms calmly, follow site procedures and contact emergency services when needed.
• Maintain accurate visitor logs and incident reports for a welcoming front desk environment.

Skills

Front desk & guest service

Security procedures

Emergency response

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

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.

Job Description

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 Front Desk in Portsmouth, NH, 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: $22.36 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeThur02:30 PM - 08:30 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 clients, visitors, and employees at a financial institution by carrying out site‑specific security‑related procedures, access‑control protocols, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Serve as a professional front desk presence by greeting visitors, verifying appointments and/or identification, issuing visitor credentials, and directing individuals according to established procedures.
• Monitor lobby activity, entrances, and security‑related systems, reporting unusual activity, maintenance concerns, and policy violations to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner, following site‑specific response procedures and contacting emergency services when needed.
• Maintain accurate visitor logs, incident reports, and other required documentation while supporting a welcoming and orderly front desk environment.

Minimum Requirements:

• A state, county, or city‑issued security‑related license 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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

Closing

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.