Security Guard - Front Desk - Dayshift

Overview

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. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, a retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, and other perks, depending on the position and eligibility.

Job Description

As a Security Guard - Front Desk - Dayshift in East Durham, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, and more.

Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you’ll use our exclusive Claim a Shift platform to view and Pick up open shifts based on your availability—giving you the freedom to build a schedule that works for you, while gaining valuable site experience across various industries. Whether you're looking to supplement your income or take the first step toward a full-time role, this position offers unmatched access to hands-on experience and growth opportunities. As a Front Desk Security Officer with Allied Universal in a commercial real estate location, you will be the first point of contact for visitors and tenants, providing a welcoming presence while monitoring access and assisting with security-related matters. Your role will involve maintaining a visible presence at the front desk to help deter incidents, responding to inquiries, and delivering exceptional customer service. Join our team to experience a caring culture that values teamwork, reliability, and integrity, while making a positive impact on everyone who enters the building.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $21.75 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon02:30 PM - 06:30 PMTue02:30 PM - 06:30 PMWed02:30 PM - 06:30 PMThur02:30 PM - 06:30 PMFri02:30 PM - 06:30 PM

What You’ll Do:

• Use our proprietary scheduling platform to claim open shifts at client sites
• Support operations across a range of environments including commercial real estate, healthcare, and education
• Receive site-specific training and guidance from experienced teams
• Deliver consistent, professional security presence and customer service
• Be ready to fill in at short notice when urgent needs arise

Responsibilities:

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and tenants at the front desk by following security-related procedures and site-specific policies.
• Monitor access control at the main entrance, verifying identification and/or credentials of individuals entering the location.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations at the front desk in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established protocols.
• Document and report any security-related incidents, unusual activity, or policy violations observed at the front desk.
• Assist with visitor management, including registration, issuing visitor badges, and providing directions or information as needed.
• Support emergency response activities from the front desk, coordinating with Allied Universal personnel and local authorities when appropriate.
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor while representing Allied Universal at the location.

What We’re Looking For:

• Availability across various days and shifts
• Reliability and ability to adapt to different post assignments
• A desire to gain broad experience and grow within the company
• Interest in transitioning into full-time roles when available

Minimum 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.

Why Join Us:

• Flexible Scheduling: Choose from a variety of open shifts that align with your availability and lifestyle.
• Career Gr