Security Officer Front Desk Commercial Patrol

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 Officer Front Desk Commercial Patrol in Los Angeles, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, and more.

As a Front Desk Security Professional with Allied Universal at a commercial real estate location, you will be the first point of contact for visitors and tenants, providing a welcoming presence while supporting security-related protocols. Your role involves monitoring access, verifying credentials, and assisting with inquiries to help to deter incidents and promote a secure environment. You will utilize technology and strong communication skills to deliver exceptional customer service, reflecting Allied Universal's values of teamwork, integrity, and putting people first. This is an engaging opportunity to make a positive impact in a dynamic and professional setting.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $20.75 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon11:00 PM - 07:00 AMThur03:00 PM - 11:00 PMFri11:00 PM - 07:00 AMSat11:00 PM - 07:00 AMSun11:00 PM - 07:00 AM

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:

• Greet and assist visitors, employees, and/or tenants at the front desk of the location, providing a professional and courteous presence.
• Monitor access to the building by verifying credentials and maintaining visitor logs as required by site-specific policies.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations at the front desk in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established procedures.
• Communicate and coordinate with Allied Universal management and site personnel regarding security-related matters and/or emergencies.
• Assist with the implementation of security-related procedures and site-specific policies to help to deter unauthorized access and/or activities.
• Provide customer service to clients and guests by answering questions and offering directions or information as needed.
• Maintain a visible presence at the front desk to help to deter unwanted activity and provide reassurance to those entering 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:

• At least 1 year of security-related experience is required.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• A Security Professional Guard Card 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.

Why Join Us:

• Flexible Scheduling: Choose from a variety of open shifts that align with your availability and lifestyle.
• Career Growth: Clear path to full-time roles and ongoing advancement through paid training programs.
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