Security Reception Officer - Clearance Required

Alliedbarton Security Services; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

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Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a part-time Security Reception Officer in San Diego, CA. You will manage a front desk, verify visitor credentials, issue badges, and maintain logs at an aerospace/defense location.

The role requires a DoD Secret Clearance (where applicable), compliance with background checks, and a drug screen. Strong customer service and clear communication are essential for effective site operations.

Qualifications

• Active security credentials (where required) and ability to perform front-desk duties.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact with employees, visitors, and contractors.
• Ability to follow site-specific procedures and access-control protocols.

Responsibilities

• Provide front-desk customer service at an aerospace/defense site.
• Verify visitor credentials and issue temporary badges.
• Monitor entry activity and direct guests to contacts or locations.
• Respond to incidents and alarms per established procedures.
• Answer phones and document security-related activities.

Skills

Customer service

Front desk

Access control

Communication

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 Reception Officer - Clearance Requiredin San Diego, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, 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. As a Front Desk Security Professional supporting a leading aerospace and defense location, you will provide a welcoming presence, manage visitor access, monitor entry activity, and respond to security-related concerns with professionalism and clear communication. You will help maintain a controlled environment while delivering exceptional customer service. Join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, caring, and integrity guide everything we do.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $24.61 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeWed12:00 AM - 08:00 AMSun12:00 AM - 08:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and authorized contractors at a front desk within an aerospace and defense location by carrying out site-specific procedures and access-control protocols.
• Verify visitor credentials, process registrations, issue temporary badges, and maintain accurate visitor and contractor logs in accordance with site requirements.
• Monitor entry activity, direct guests to appropriate contacts or locations, and help maintain orderly access to restricted areas.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established emergency response procedures and promptly notifying appropriate personnel.
• Answer phones, provide general information, document security-related activities, and communicate concerns or unusual activity to Allied Universal leadership and site representatives.

Minimum Requirements:

• 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 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.

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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.