Security Officer - Flex Armed Lobby Desk

Allied Universal • Washington, DC

19h • $32 • Onsite

About The Position

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 Officer - Flex Armed Lobby Desk in Washington, DC , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Flex 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 at a dynamic tech, media, and telecom location, you will greet visitors, manage access control, verify credentials, and support lobby operations with a professional, customer-focused presence. This is an armed post requiring an Armed Guard Card or License. You will document activity, respond to security-related concerns, and communicate clearly with staff and guests, reflecting Allied Universal values of agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity.

Requirements

• An armed guard card/license is required.
• You must be at least 21 years of age.
• Be at least 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.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
• 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

• Customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and vendors at the front desk by following Allied Universal procedures and site-specific policies for a tech, media, and/or telecom location.
• Control access by verifying identification, issuing visitor credentials, managing sign-in and sign-out logs, and directing guests to approved destinations.
• Monitor cameras, alarms, access control systems, and/or other security-related technology from the front desk and report irregular activity per post orders.
• Respond to incidents, requests for assistance, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including notifying site contacts and/or emergency responders when appropriate.
• Complete detailed security-related reports, maintain accurate activity logs, and communicate key information during shift transitions and to site leadership as needed.

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