Security Officer – Corporate Lobby Desk

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.

Job Description

As a Security Officer – Corporate Lobby Desk in Chicago, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, and more. As a Front Desk Officer at a commercial real estate location, you will welcome tenants and visitors, support lobby operations, monitor entry points and cameras, manage visitor logs and badges, and respond to alarms and security-related concerns with clear communication. You will represent Allied Universal with a people-first approach, staying agile and reliable while partnering with the site team to help maintain an orderly, professional environment.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $23.50 / Hour

Job Schedule:
DayTimeMon07:00 AM – 03:00 PMTue07:00 AM – 03:00 PMWed07:00 AM – 03:00 PMSat07:00 AM – 03:00 PMSun07:00 AM – 03:00 PM

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.

What You'll Do

• Provide customer service to tenants, visitors, and vendors at the front desk by following Allied Universal security-related procedures and site-specific policies.
• Control access to the property by greeting and directing guests, verifying identification and/or credentials, issuing visitor passes, and maintaining visitor logs.
• Monitor and acknowledge alarms, cameras, and other building systems from the front desk, and report irregular activity according to post orders.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including contacting emergency services and/or property management as directed.
• Complete required documentation such as incident reports, access logs, and shift activity reports, and communicate pertinent information during shift turnovers.

Minimum Requirements

• Client requires proof of high school diploma and/or GED.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
• CPR certification is preferred.A guard card and/or 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.

Closing

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.