Security Officer Full Time Reception Intake

Allied Universal; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, basic life &/

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Full Time Reception Intake in Washington, DC. You will greet visitors, manage access control, and provide exceptional customer service in an education-related setting.

Role requires 2+ years in law enforcement or security, with CPR preferred. The position is full-time with a front desk presence, and a strong emphasis on safe, professional conduct and clear communication.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of law enforcement, military police, or corrections experience.
• CPR certification preferred.
• Guard card or license preferred.
• Experience with handcuffs, pepper spray, and baton preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service at the front desk following site procedures.
• Greet guests, verify credentials, issue passes, and log visitors.
• Answer phones, give directions, and relay inquiries to site contacts.
• Monitor front desk activity, access systems, and cameras; report unusual activity.
• Respond calmly to incidents and assist with emergency procedures.

Skills

Law enforcement experience

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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 Security Officer Full Time Reception Intake in Washington, DC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Education, and more. As a Front Desk Security Professional in an education setting, you will serve as a welcoming, professional presence, supporting access control, visitor management, and clear communication with students, staff, and guests. You will help maintain a secure environment by observing activity, responding to security-related concerns, and providing exceptional customer service. Join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, caring, and integrity guide our work.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $26.15 / Hour

21+ Years of Age
2+ Years' Law Enforcement/Military Police/Corrections Experience

Job Schedule:

• Mon: 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM
• Tue: 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM
• Wed: 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM
• Thur: 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM
• Sun: 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff, and members at the front desk of an education-related location while following site-specific procedures and policies.
• Monitor access to the facility by greeting guests, verifying visitor credentials, issuing visitor passes, and maintaining accurate visitor records.
• Answer phones, provide directions, and communicate routine inquiries or concerns to appropriate site contacts and Allied Universal leadership.
• Monitor front desk activity, access control systems, and available cameras, reporting unusual activity or security-related concerns according to site procedures.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner and assist with emergency response activities when appropriate.

Minimum Requirements:

• Two or more years of law enforcement, military police, or corrections experience is required.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• A guard card or license is preferred.
• Experience with handcuffs, pepper spray, and a baton 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.

BENEFITS:

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, Eligible for our company's health and retirement plans
• Eight paid holidays annually, five sick days, and four personal days
• Vacation time offered at an accrual rate of 3.08 hours biweekly; unused vacation is only paid out where required by law

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.