Security Officer - Retail Front Desk
Listed on 2026-01-14
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Security
Security Guard, Unarmed Security
Security Officer - Retail Front Desk
Job Location s
US-VA-Mc Lean
Category (Portal Searching)
Security Officer Level
Workdays Available Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Shifts Available Morning
Business UnitAUS
OverviewAllied 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 DescriptionAs a Security Officer - Retail Front Desk in McLean, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. As a Front Desk Security Professional at a premier retail location, you will be the first point of contact for visitors and staff, helping to create a welcoming atmosphere while monitoring access and assisting with security-related matters.
Your role involves greeting guests, verifying credentials, and providing exceptional customer service, all while upholding Allied Universal's values of teamwork, integrity, and putting people first.
Position Type:
Full Time
Pay Rate: $25.00 / Hour
Job Schedule:
Day Time Mon09:00 AM - 06:00 PMTue
09:00 AM - 06:00 PMWed
09:00 AM - 06:00 PMThur
09:00 AM - 06:00 PMFri
09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Why Join Us:
- 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.
Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
What You'll Do:
- Greet visitors and employees in a professional manner at the front desk, providing assistance as needed.
- Monitor access to the location, verifying identification and credentials for entry.
- Assist with security-related procedures and follow site-specific policies to help protect people, property, and assets.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations at the front desk in a calm, problem-solving manner.
- Communicate with Allied Universal management and/or client representatives regarding security-related matters and incidents.
- Observe and report any suspicious activity or security-related concerns to the proper authorities and/or management.
- Support emergency response activities as directed by established protocols for the location.
Minimum Requirements:
- Customer service experience is preferred.
- Access control or badge 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.
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:
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