Security Officer - Part Time Reception Technology Coordinator

Allied Universal; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools: Technology to view/claim/

Career Growth: Paid training

Financial Benefits: Retirement savings

Exclusive Perks: Discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Part Time Reception Technology Coordinator in McLean, VA to staff a premium retail location. You will greet guests, manage access, and maintain a secure, welcoming environment while delivering exceptional customer service.

The role supports security operations with technology-enabled shifts and a flexible schedule; prior security and reception experience is valued. The position emphasizes teamwork, integrity, and proactive problem-solving.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum age 18 for unarmed roles (21+ for armed).
• Background check required by law; drug screen per policy.
• Driver's license required only for driving positions.

Responsibilities

• Provide a welcoming front-desk presence at a high-end retail location.
• Perform site-specific security procedures, access-control, and visitor sign-in.
• Monitor entry activity, verify credentials, report policy concerns.
• Respond calmly to incidents and customer concerns while ensuring safety.
• Support emergency response per site procedures and Allied Universal protocols.

Skills

Customer service experience

Loss prevention experience

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Access-control systems

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 Part Time Reception Technology Coordinator in McLean, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As a Front Desk Security Professional at a premier retail location, you will welcome guests, manage access, monitor activity, and provide exceptional customer service and communication. Your visible presence will help deter security-related incidents while supporting a welcoming environment for customers and staff. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and innovative team, where a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity guide every interaction.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $25.75 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Tue 10:30 AM - 07:30 PM
• Thur 10:30 AM - 07:30 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide a welcoming, professional front-desk presence for customers, guests, employees, and delivery personnel at a high-end retail location.
• Provide customer service by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, access-control processes, and visitor sign-in requirements.
• Monitor entry activity, verify credentials or appointments as directed, and report unusual activity or policy concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents, customer concerns, and critical situations in a calm, courteous, problem-solving manner.
• Support emergency response activities in accordance with site-specific procedures and Allied Universal protocols.

Minimum Requirements:

• Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Loss prevention experience is preferred.
• Customer service experience 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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• 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.