Security Officer Armed Front Desk

Job Description

Job Description

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 Armed Front Desk in Harrisonburg, VA , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, 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 an Armed Front Desk Officer at a government location, you will serve as a professional, welcoming presence while supporting access control, visitor screening, badge procedures, and incident reporting. You will help maintain a secure environment through attentive observation, clear communication, and exceptional customer service. Join Allied Universal, where agile, reliable, and innovative teams put people first and act with integrity.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $18.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeTue08:00 AM - 05:00 PMWed08:00 AM - 05:00 PMThur08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff, and members of the public at a government office reception area by following site-specific procedures and access protocols.
• Greet visitors, verify identification and appointment information as directed, issue visitor credentials, and direct individuals to appropriate offices or waiting areas.
• Monitor entry activity and access points, maintain visitor logs and required documentation, and report unusual activity or access concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents, visitor concerns, and emergency situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner while following established procedures.
• Assist with maintaining an orderly front desk environment and communicate professionally with site personnel, visitors, and Allied Universal leadership.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least one year of security-related experience is required.
• An armed guard card or license is required.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Experience with handcuffs, pepper spray, and/or batons is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• 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.

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.

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:

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Requisition ID

2026-1709947