Security Officer - Lobby Reception

Allied Universal • Los Angeles, CA

21h • $21 • 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 - Lobby Reception in Los Angeles, CA , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, and more. As a Front Desk Security Officer at a commercial real estate location, you will welcome tenants and visitors, manage access, monitor cameras and alarms, document security-related activity, and respond to calls for assistance with professionalism and calm communication. You will be a visible, customer-focused presence who helps to deter incidents while representing Allied Universal with integrity. Bring an agile, reliable, innovative mindset and deliver through teamwork in our people-first culture.

Requirements

• Have 6+ months of security experience.
• 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

• A guard card/license is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to tenants, visitors, and/or vendors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a commercial property front desk.
• Control access at the lobby desk by verifying identification, issuing visitor passes, maintaining visitor logs, and directing authorized guests to the appropriate areas.
• Monitor alarms, cameras, and/or building systems as assigned, document irregular activity, and report concerns to site management and Allied Universal leadership.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including coordinating notifications, assisting with evacuations as directed, and completing required reports.
• Answer phones, handle routine inquiries, coordinate deliveries and service requests, and maintain clear written documentation using site logs and/or reporting tools.

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 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 This Job Offers

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