Security Officer - Tech/Media Lobby Desk Job at Allied Universal in Arlington
Allied Universal, Arlington, VA, US
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 - Tech/Media Lobby Desk** in **Arlington, VA** , 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 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 professional in a dynamic tech and media location, you will be the first point of contact, greeting visitors and assisting employees while monitoring access and responding to security-related situations. You will help to deter incidents through your presence and communication, utilizing technology to manage badge and alarm systems. Allied Universal values teamwork, integrity, and a people-first approach, making this an engaging opportunity to deliver exceptional customer service.
- *Position Type: Part Time**
- *Pay Rate: $21.00 / Hour**
- *Job Schedule:**
- *Day** **Time**
- **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.
- Provide customer service to guests, employees, and visitors at the front desk by carrying out security-related procedures and site-specific policies.
- Monitor access control at the front desk, verifying identification and credentials of individuals entering the location.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established protocols.
- Maintain detailed and accurate logs of visitor and employee activity at the front desk.
- Assist with emergency response activities when appropriate, communicating with Allied Universal management and/or local authorities as needed.
- Help to deter unauthorized access or suspicious activity by maintaining a professional presence at the front desk.
- Assist with the distribution of visitor badges and/or passes as required by site-specific policies.
- Provide information and directions to visitors and employees as needed, supporting a welcoming environment at the location.
- At least 2 years of security-related experience is required.
- Alarm panel experience is preferred.
- Access control or badge experience is preferred.
- Customer service experience is preferred.
- Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
- 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.
- *Job ID:** 2025-1491865
- *Location:** United States-Virginia-Arlington
- *Job Category:** Security Officer, Part Time Security