Security Officer - Reception

Allied Universal; East Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools Perks Program

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal, a leading security and facility services company, is seeking a Front Desk Security Officer in East Peoria, IL. You will greet visitors, verify credentials, control access, monitor entrances, and coordinate with staff to maintain a safe environment.

This full-time role offers a $20.60/hour pay rate, a 3–9 PM schedule, and comprehensive benefits within a collaborative workplace that values service and integrity.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years old for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Background check and drug screen as part of employment process.
• Licensing requirements may be required by state/local laws.
• Valid driver’s license may be required for driving positions.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and verify credentials per access-control requirements.
• Monitor entrances, cameras, alarms, and other front-desk systems.
• Maintain accurate visitor logs and issue credentials as needed.
• Respond calmly to incidents and emergencies following site procedures.
• Coordinate with facility leadership to ensure a welcoming, secure environment.

Skills

Customer service

Visitor management

Communication

Professional presence

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Access control systems

CCTV monitoring

Visitor logs

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 Front Desk Reception in East Peoria, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. As a Front Desk Security Officer at a manufacturing and industrial location, you will serve as a welcoming, professional presence while monitoring access, assisting visitors, and supporting security-related procedures. You will communicate clearly with employees and guests, help address questions or concerns, and contribute to a positive environment through outstanding customer service. Join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, caring, and integrity guide our work.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $20.60 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Tue 03:00 PM - 09:00 PM
• Wed 03:00 PM - 09:00 PM
• Thur 03:00 PM - 09:00 PM
• Fri 03:00 PM - 09:00 PM
• Sat 03:00 PM - 09:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and/or contractors by carrying out site-specific procedures and security-related protocols at the front desk.
• Greet, screen, and direct visitors according to access-control requirements, maintaining accurate visitor logs and issuing credentials as assigned.
• Monitor entry points, cameras, alarms, and/or other front-desk systems; report unusual activity or access concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following site-specific emergency response procedures.
• Maintain a professional, organized front-desk presence while supporting communication between visitors, facility personnel, 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. For more information: www.aus.com.