Security Officer Full Time Reception Credentialing

Allied Universal; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer at the full-time reception credentialing role in Atlanta, GA. You will staff the front desk of a financial institution, manage visitor access, and deliver professional customer service while enforcing security procedures and policies.

The position requires engagement with visitors, identification verification, and accurate visitor logs. You will respond to incidents calmly and coordinate with security teams to maintain a safe environment.

Qualifications

• Six months of armed security-related, law enforcement, or military experience.
• DD214 or associate degree or 60 college credits or academy certificates required.
• Armed guard card or license preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check as per federal, state and local laws.
• Drug screen as a condition of employment.
• Licensing requirements may be required prior to employment.
• Driver's license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service to employees, visitors, and guests at the reception area following site procedures.
• Greet visitors, verify identification and access authorization, issue visitor credentials, and maintain logs.
• Monitor access points, receive calls, and direct visitors and staff as needed.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and emergencies calmly and per established protocols.
• Report unusual activity or security concerns to the appropriate personnel.

Skills

Customer service

Front desk

Security procedures

Communication

Problem solving

Education

DD214 with honorable discharge or equivalent

Associate degree / 60 college credits

Police academy certificate

Corrections academy certificate

Job description

Security Officer Full Time Reception Credentialing

Job Locations

US-GA-Atlanta

• Category (Portal Searching): Security Officer Level
• Workdays Available: Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
• Shifts Available: Morning, Afternoon
• Business Unit: AUS

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 Credentialing in Atlanta, GA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Financial Institutions, and more. As a Front Desk Officer at a financial institution location, you will provide a welcoming presence, monitor access, support security-related procedures, and deliver exceptional customer service and communication. You will help maintain a professional environment while responding to visitor needs and reporting concerns. Join Allied Universal's agile, reliable, and innovative team, where people come first, teamwork drives results, and integrity guides every interaction.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $20.06 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Thur: 03:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Fri: 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Sat: 03:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Sun: 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM

What You'll Do

• Provide exceptional customer service to employees, visitors, and/or guests at a financial institution reception area while carrying out site-specific security-related procedures and policies.
• Greet visitors, verify identification and access authorization, issue visitor credentials, and maintain accurate visitor logs in accordance with site requirements.
• Monitor access points, receive and direct incoming calls, and provide clear directions or assistance to authorized personnel and visitors.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established emergency response protocols.
• Maintain awareness of activity at the front desk and promptly report unusual activity, access concerns, and/or security-related incidents to appropriate personnel.

Minimum Requirements

• Possess at least six months of armed security-related, law enforcement, or military experience.
• Possess a DD214 with an honorable discharge, an associate degree, 60 college credits, a police academy certificate, or a corrections academy certificate.
• An armed guard card or 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 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.

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.