Security Officer Full Time Visitor Reception

Allied Universal; Montrose (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Retirement plan

Health benefits

Job summary

Allied Universal, a leading security and facility services company, seeks a Security Officer Full Time Visitor Reception in Montrose, NY. You will welcome visitors, verify identifications, monitor access, and respond to security-related situations at a government facility.

Minimum 2 years security experience and a NYS Security Guard License are required. You should be comfortable using a computer or tablet, and customer service experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of security-related experience.
• Valid New York State Security Guard License.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Age 18+ for unarmed; 21+ for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check and drug screen required.
• Licensing requirements depend on position.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors and staff while following site policies.
• Monitor front desk area, greet visitors, verify IDs, and maintain logs.
• Respond to incidents and alarms, notifying appropriate responders.
• Observe and report unusual activities and access concerns.
• Assist with access control and administrative tasks at the front desk.

Skills

Customer service

Security-related experience

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer/Tablet literacy

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 Visitor Reception in Montrose, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As a Front Desk Security Professional at a government location, you will serve as a welcoming, professional presence for visitors and staff. You will manage access procedures, monitor security-related activity, communicate clearly, and respond to concerns while delivering exceptional customer service. Join Allied Universal, where our agile, reliable, and innovative teams put people first, work together, and act with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $22.12 - $23.12 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Tue: 12:00 AM - 08:00 AM
• Wed: 12:00 AM - 08:00 AM
• Thur: 12:00 AM - 08:00 AM
• Fri: 12:00 AM - 08:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, veterans, staff, and/or vendors while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a government facility.
• Monitor the front desk area, greet and direct visitors, verify identification and access authorization, and maintain visitor logs in accordance with site-specific requirements.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, notifying appropriate personnel and/or emergency responders as directed.
• Observe and report unusual activities, access concerns, and facility conditions to designated personnel while helping to deter unauthorized entry.
• Assist with access control, communications, and administrative tasks at the front desk while maintaining a professional and service-oriented presence.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 2 years of security-related experience.
• Possess a valid New York State Security Guard License.
• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet, preferred.
• Have customer service experience, 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.