Security Officer - Education Front Desk

Company 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.

As a Security Officer - Education Front Desk in Kansas City, MO, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Education, and more. As a Front Desk Security Professional with Allied Universal at an education-focused location, you will be the first point of contact for students, staff, and visitors, providing a warm welcome and upholding a secure environment. Your role centers on monitoring access, verifying credentials, and responding to inquiries with professionalism and courtesy. You will help to deter security-related incidents through your attentive presence and exceptional customer service, contributing to a culture of trust and reliability. Join a team that values integrity, teamwork, and innovation, where your dedication makes a meaningful difference every day.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $26.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

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.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to individuals entering and exiting the location by following security-related procedures and site-specific policies.
• Monitor access to the premises, verifying identification and/or visitor credentials as required.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner.
• Observe and report any unusual activity or security-related concerns to the appropriate personnel.
• Assist with emergency response activities when needed, following established protocols.
• Maintain a visible presence at the front desk to help to deter unauthorized entry and/or disruptive behavior.
• Communicate professionally with staff, students, visitors, and/or vendors as part of daily duties.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have a minimum of 5 years of security-related experience.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• A state, county, or city issued security license 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: 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.