Security Officer

Security Officer - University Reception Desk

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 - University Reception Desk in Radnor, PA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Education, and more. As a Front Desk Officer with Allied Universal at an education location, you will welcome students, staff, and visitors while supporting security-related access control and visitor check-in. You will monitor entry activity, answer questions, direct guests, and help document and report incidents with clear communication. Bring a people-first mindset as you work with site teams, stay agile when priorities change, and act with integrity while delivering through teamwork.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.43 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon07:00 AM - 03:00 PMTue07:00 AM - 03:00 PMWed07:00 AM - 03:00 PMThur07:00 AM - 03:00 PMFri07:00 AM - 03:00 PM

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.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service at the front desk by following Allied Universal security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Control access at the front desk by greeting and directing students, staff, visitors, and vendors; verify identification, issue visitor credentials, and maintain sign-in logs per site policy.
• Answer phones and monitor front desk communications; route calls, requests, and concerns to the appropriate department and/or point of contact.
• Monitor front desk activity, CCTV and/or alarm panels as assigned; document observations and report unusual activity, hazards, and maintenance issues to site leadership.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; notify appropriate personnel, complete required reports, and support evacuation and/or lockdown procedures when directed.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have a minimum of 2 or more years of security-related experience.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet, preferred.
• Access control and/or badge 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.

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:

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