Security Officer 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 Reception Desk in Cranston, RI, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As a Front Desk Security Professional at a government location, you will be a welcoming, visible presence for visitors and staff. You will manage access, verify credentials, respond to security-related concerns, and deliver exceptional customer service and communication. Join Allied Universal's agile, reliable, and innovative team, where a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity guide every interaction.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $25.75 / Hour

Job Schedule:

What You'll Do:

Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and agency personnel by carrying out site-specific procedures, access protocols, and emergency response activities at a government office location.
• Staff the front desk and manage visitor sign-in procedures, issue visitor credentials as directed, and maintain accurate visitor and access-related records.
• Monitor entry points, review identification and authorization as required, and help to deter unauthorized access while directing guests to appropriate offices or departments.
• Answer and route incoming calls, provide general information and directions, and communicate professionally with staff, visitors, and responding personnel.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, promptly notify appropriate personnel, and document security-related observations and activities.

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.

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