Security Officer - Reception Desk
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 - Reception Desk in Columbia, MO , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Food/Beverage, and more. Join Allied Universal at a fast-paced food and beverage location as a Front Desk Security Professional, greeting employees and visitors, managing sign-in procedures, and supporting access and badge control. You will monitor cameras and alarms, document security-related activity, and communicate clearly with site teams to help maintain smooth operations. Bring a people-first mindset as you deliver reliable service with integrity, teamwork, and an agile, innovative approach.
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.
Nice To Haves
- CPR and/or First Aid is preferred.
- Alarm panel experience is preferred.
- Customer service experience is preferred.
- Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to visitors, vendors, and employees by carrying out security procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a food and beverage location.
- Staff the front desk by greeting and directing guests, answering phones and/or intercoms, and maintaining a professional presence while monitoring the lobby and entry areas.
- Help manage access control by verifying identification, processing sign-in and sign-out logs, issuing temporary badges, and coordinating visitor access with onsite contacts.
- Monitor alarms, CCTV, and other front desk systems, documenting observations and reporting irregular activity per site-specific protocols.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, completing required reports and communicating with Allied Universal leadership and/or onsite management 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 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
