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Security Officer Armed Front Desk

Allied Universal, Council Bluffs, IA, United States


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.

Position Type: Full Time
Pay Rate: $18.00 / Hour
Job Schedule:
DayTime Tue 06:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Wed 06:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Thu 06:00 AM - 06:00 PM

What You'll Do:

Provide customer service at the front desk by following site-specific procedures, greeting employees, contractors, and visitors, and assisting with entry requirements for a utilities location.

Monitor access points, verify identification and/or credentials, issue visitor passes when appropriate, and document arrivals, departures, and deliveries in required logs.

Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and communicate with site contacts, supervisors, and/or emergency personnel as needed.

Answer phones, manage inquiries, and support front desk operations by directing visitors, maintaining accurate records, and reporting unusual activity or security-related concerns.

Observe lobby and reception areas for unusual activity, help to deter unauthorized access, and follow established emergency response activities when appropriate.

Minimum Requirements:

Be a graduate of a law enforcement or military police training program or equivalent.

Possess an armed guard card/license.

Be at least 21 years of age.

Being comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.

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.

Why Join Us:

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.

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com

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