Security Officer Building Front 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 Building Front Desk in Philadelphia, PA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Education, and more. As a Front Desk Security Professional with Allied Universal at an education location, you will create a welcoming, professional first impression while monitoring access, greeting visitors, and supporting security-related procedures. You will provide exceptional customer service and clear communication, helping maintain an organized environment through teamwork, integrity, and a caring, people-first approach.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.60 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon11:00 PM - 07:00 AMFri03:00 PM - 11:00 PMSat03:00 PM - 11:00 PMSun11:00 PM - 07:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide exceptional customer service at the front desk of an education-focused location by greeting students, faculty, staff, visitors, and vendors; verifying access in accordance with site-specific procedures; and directing guests appropriately.
• Monitor entry activity, visitor logs, access control systems, alarms, and other security-related equipment from a stationary front-desk post; report irregularities and maintenance concerns to the appropriate personnel.
• Carry out site-specific security-related policies and procedures, including visitor management, credential verification, package and delivery coordination, and communication of building access requirements.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, medical situations, and other critical events in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner; notify Allied Universal leadership, site contacts, and/or emergency responders as directed.
• Maintain accurate daily activity reports and incident documentation, and provide clear, professional communication to support a welcoming and orderly environment.

Minimum Requirements:

• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• 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:

• 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.

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.

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.

Requisition ID

2026-1739578