Security Officer with Active Clearance Reception Operations

Alliedbarton Security Services; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Medical, dental, vision insurance

AD&D coverage

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer with Active Clearance Reception Operations in Salt Lake City, UT. You will welcome visitors, manage access, verify credentials, and maintain a professional presence that helps deter incidents while delivering exceptional customer service.

The role is full-time with the pay rate of $21.69 per hour. You will support site procedures and collaborate with a team committed to integrity and service.

Qualifications

• At least one year of security-related experience.
• Active DoD Secret Clearance.
• Minimum ages: 18 for unarmed, 21+ for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background investigation required by law.
• Drug screen may be required.
• Licensing requirements may apply.
• Driver's license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and guests at a front desk location in an aerospace/defense environment.
• Monitor access by verifying visitor credentials and signing in.
• Answer calls, provide information, receive deliveries, and maintain records.
• Respond to incidents calmly and follow emergency procedures.
• Deter unauthorized access and maintain a professional reception area.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Front desk operations

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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 with Active Clearance Reception Operations in Salt Lake City, UT, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, and more. As a Front Desk Security Officer supporting an aerospace and defense location, you will welcome visitors, manage access, verify credentials, and maintain a professional presence that helps deter security-related incidents. You will provide exceptional customer service and clear communication while supporting site procedures. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and innovative team, where a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity put people first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $21.69 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon11:00 PM - 07:00 AMTue11:00 PM - 07:00 AMWed11:00 PM - 07:00 AMThur11:00 PM - 07:00 AMFri11:00 PM - 07:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and guests at a front desk location within an aerospace and defense environment by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures and policies.
• Monitor access to the facility by verifying visitor credentials, following sign-in and badging processes, and directing guests to appropriate contacts or designated areas.
• Answer incoming calls, provide general information, receive deliveries, and maintain accurate visitor, contractor, and incident-related records.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established emergency response procedures and notifying appropriate personnel.
• Help to deter unauthorized access and support a professional, orderly reception area while maintaining awareness of activity at the entry point.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess at least one year of security-related experience.
• Possess an active DoD Secret Clearance.
• 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.

Closing

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.

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