Security Officer - Entry Desk

Allied Universal • Charleston, SC

4d • $21 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer - Entry Desk in Charleston, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Financial Institutions, 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. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As a Front Desk Officer in a financial institution location, you will welcome visitors, manage access control and visitor logs, and help support badge and ID checks while monitoring activity through security-related systems. You will be a visible, customer-focused presence who helps to deter unwanted activity through clear communication and professional service. At Allied Universal, you will bring integrity to every interaction and deliver through teamwork in a caring culture.

Requirements

• Have 1+ years of security-related experience.
• Be 21+ years of age.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service at the front desk of a financial institution location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Greet and screen visitors, issue visitor credentials as required, and help manage lobby traffic while maintaining a professional presence.
• Monitor access points and security-related systems such as alarms, cameras, and intercoms, and promptly report unusual activity to the appropriate contacts.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including coordinating notifications and documenting actions taken.
• Complete shift activity reports and incident documentation, and communicate relevant updates to Allied Universal management and site contacts.

Benefits

• 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 This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED