Security Officer Full Time Reception Access Specialist

Allied Universal; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Health and retirement benefits

Perks program

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Front Desk Security Officer (Reception Access Specialist) in San Francisco, CA. You will greet visitors, verify credentials, control access, monitor alarms, and respond to incidents, ensuring a safe, professional on-site experience for tenants and vendors.

The role supports a busy commercial real estate environment with a daytime schedule and competitive pay. Training, smart tools, and growth opportunities are part of the package.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience preferred.
• Comfortable with using a computer or tablet.
• Alarm panel experience preferred.
• Access control and badge experience preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Background check and drug screening as required by law.
• Licensing requirements may apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to tenants, visitors, and/or vendors by following site-specific security procedures.
• Staff the front desk, greet and direct visitors, verify access credentials, maintain visitor records.
• Monitor access points, cameras, alarms, and building communications; report issues per site procedures.
• Respond calmly to incidents and direct emergencies as directed.
• Maintain logs and shift documentation while upholding a professional lobby presence.

Skills

Customer service

Computer use

Access control

Alarm panel experience

CPR and First Aid

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.

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

As a Security Officer Full Time Reception Access Specialist in San Francisco, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, and more. As a Front Desk Security Professional at a commercial real estate location, you will serve as a welcoming, professional presence for visitors and tenants. You will support access control, manage badges and alarms, respond to security-related concerns, and provide exceptional customer service. Join Allied Universal’s caring, agile, and reliable team, where integrity and teamwork help create a positive experience for everyone on site.

Position Type

Full Time

Pay Rate

$27.50 / Hour

Job Schedule

DayTimeTue03:00 PM - 11:30 PMWed03:00 PM - 11:30 PMThur03:00 PM - 11:30 PMFri03:00 PM - 11:30 PMSat03:00 PM - 11:30 PM

What You'll Do

• Provide customer service to tenants, visitors, and/or vendors by following site-specific security-related procedures, policies, and emergency response activities at a commercial real estate location.
• Staff the front desk, greet and direct visitors, verify access credentials, maintain visitor records, and communicate arrival information to appropriate building personnel.
• Monitor access points, cameras, alarms, and/or building communications systems; report unusual activity, maintenance concerns, and security-related issues according to site procedures.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem‑solving manner, contacting appropriate personnel and/or emergency services as directed.
• Maintain accurate logs, incident reports, and shift‑related documentation while providing a professional presence in the lobby area.

Minimum Requirements

• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Comfortability using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification 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.