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 Full Time Reception Welcome Services 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 Security Professional at a commercial real estate location, you will serve as a welcoming and visible presence, assisting visitors, managing access, and supporting security-related operations. You will use strong communication and customer service skills to help address concerns, document activity, and contribute to a professional environment. Join Allied Universal, where our agile, reliable, innovative, and caring culture puts people first through teamwork and integrity.
Position Type: Full Time
Pay Rate: $19.75 / Hour
Job Schedule
What You'll Do
- Provide customer service to tenants, visitors, contractors, and/or property staff at a commercial real estate front desk by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures and policies.
- Welcome visitors, verify identification and appointments, issue visitor credentials, and maintain accurate visitor, contractor, and delivery records in accordance with site requirements.
- Monitor access to the building lobby and reception area, help to deter unauthorized entry, and direct guests to appropriate offices, tenant suites, or building resources.
- Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established emergency response procedures and notifying appropriate personnel.
- Answer incoming calls, provide professional assistance and information, document security-related concerns, and communicate relevant activity to site management and Allied Universal leadership.
Minimum Requirements
- Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
- Customer service experience 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.
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.
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.
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