Security Officer Full Time Welcome Desk

Allied Universal; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart tools to view/claim shifts

Career growth and training

Retirement savings plan + medical/dent

Vision insurance

Discounts through Perks Program

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer for a Full Time Visitor Welcome Desk in Washington, DC. You will welcome visitors, verify IDs, issue temporary credentials, and help maintain a secure lobby environment.

The role emphasizes exceptional customer service, clear communication, and adherence to site procedures. It offers full-time hours with benefits and opportunities for growth within a national security organization.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age; 21+ for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check required by federal, state and local laws.
• Background history considered per applicable laws.
• Drug screen as permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may apply depending on state/local laws.
• Valid driver’s license required for driving roles only.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service to tenants, visitors, vendors, and employees at a commercial real estate front desk while carrying out site-specific security procedures and policies.
• Greet visitors, verify identification and appointments, maintain visitor logs, issue temporary access credentials, and direct guests to appropriate offices or building areas.
• Monitor lobby activity, access control systems, alarms, cameras, and/or communication equipment; report unusual activity or access concerns according to site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, building concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, coordinating with site contacts and emergency responders when needed.
• Support front-desk operations by answering phones, receiving deliveries, maintaining accurate records, and communicating relevant information to building management and Allied Universal leadership.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Security procedures

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Access control systems

Cameras

Alarms

Job description

Security Officer Full Time Welcome Desk 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 Visitor Welcome Desk in Washington, DC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, and more. As a Front Desk Security Professional with Allied Universal at a commercial real estate location, you will welcome visitors, manage access, monitor entry activity, and provide exceptional customer service. Your professional presence and clear communication will help support a secure, welcoming environment for tenants and guests.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $25.94 / Hour

Job Schedule:

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

What You’ll Do

• Provide exceptional customer service to tenants, visitors, vendors, and/or employees at a commercial real estate front desk while carrying out site‑specific security‑related procedures and policies.
• Greet visitors, verify identification and appointments, maintain visitor logs, issue temporary access credentials, and direct guests to appropriate offices or building areas.
• Monitor lobby activity, access control systems, alarms, cameras, and/or communication equipment; report unusual activity or access concerns according to site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, building concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem‑solving manner, coordinating with appropriate site contacts and emergency responders when needed.
• Support front‑desk operations by answering phones, receiving deliveries, maintaining accurate records, and communicating relevant information to building management and Allied Universal leadership.

Minimum Requirements

• 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.