Security Officer Desk Security Associate

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 Desk Security Associate in Herndon, 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. Join Allied Universal at a dynamic tech and telecommunications location where you will serve as the first point of contact at the front desk, helping to monitor access, greet visitors, manage credentials, and support security-related communications. This role offers the chance to deliver outstanding customer service while contributing to a professional environment built on agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $22.50 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeSat07:00 AM - 03:00 PMSun07:00 AM - 03:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and employees at the front desk by following site-specific procedures and supporting access control and other security-related protocols.
• Monitor lobby and reception activity, verify credentials as required, and document visitor/vendor arrivals, deliveries, and other front desk interactions in accordance with location guidelines.
• Respond to incidents, questions, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating concerns to the appropriate contact when needed.
• Support emergency response activities by communicating instructions, maintaining awareness of front desk conditions, and reporting unusual or suspicious activity.
• Assist with telephone, badge, and administrative support duties connected to the front desk post while helping to deter unauthorized access and security-related concerns.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• A state, county, and/or city-issued security license is preferred.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• A guard card/license 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.

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 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.

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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