Security Officer - Armed Reception Security Clearance

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 - Armed Reception Security Clearance in Linthicum Heights, MD, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, 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. As a Front Desk Officer at an aerospace and defense location, you will be the first point of contact, greeting visitors, verifying credentials, managing access logs, and coordinating with site teams on security-related concerns. This is an armed post requiring an armed guard card or license. Join Allied Universal, where an agile, reliable, and innovative team, a caring people-first culture, and integrity-driven teamwork help you deliver confident, professional service every day.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $25.42 / Hour

Job Schedule:

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.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Operate a front desk post in an aero and defense location, greeting employees, visitors and vendors and directing them according to site procedures.
• Manage access control at the reception area by checking identification, validating credentials and/or badges, and maintaining controlled entry in accordance with site requirements.
• Process visitor check-in and check-out, issue temporary credentials when authorized, and maintain accurate visitor and contractor logs.
• Coordinate with authorized points of contact for visit approvals, notifications and/or escort requirements, and communicate restrictions as needed.
• Monitor alarms, cameras and other security-related systems from the front desk and report unusual activity according to site protocols.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including initiating notifications and documenting actions taken.
• Assist with inbound telephone and radio communications, routing calls and messages to appropriate departments and/or responders.
• Support package, mail and delivery screening processes per site policy, including documenting deliveries and coordinating handoff to authorized personnel.
• Complete detailed shift reports, incident reports and other required documentation to support continuity across shifts.
• Help to deter unauthorized access by maintaining a professional front desk presence, observing the reception area and reporting policy violations to supervision.
• Work with Allied Universal leadership and site representatives to follow post orders, participate in briefings and support site-specific compliance requirements.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 1+ years of security-related experience.
• Possess an Armed Guard Card/License.
• Maintain an Active DoD Secret Clearance.
• Be at least 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.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
• 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: www.aus.com.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.