Security Officer Reception Desk
Listed on 2026-10-29
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Security
Security Officer, Site Security, Unarmed Security
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 DescriptionAs a Security Officer Full Time Reception Desk in Syracuse, NY
, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. As a Front Desk Security Professional at a leading technology location, you will welcome visitors, manage access control and badge processes, monitor entry activity, and provide exceptional customer service. You will serve as a visible, professional presence while supporting a secure environment through clear communication and attention to detail.
Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and innovative team, where a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity put people first.
Position Type:
Full Time
Pay Rate: $21.50 / Hour
Job Schedule: Day Time Mon
07:00 AM - 03:30 PMTue
07:00 AM - 03:30 PMWed
07:00 AM - 03:30 PMThur
07:00 AM - 03:30 PMFri
07:00 AM - 03:30 PM
What You’ll Do:
- Provide a professional first point of contact at a technology-focused office location by greeting visitors, providing directions, and delivering customer service in accordance with site-specific policies.
- Manage visitor access procedures by verifying identification, coordinating host notifications, issuing visitor credentials, and maintaining accurate entry records.
- Monitor the front desk area, access-control systems, alarms, and communications equipment; report unusual activity or security-related concerns to the appropriate personnel.
- Respond to incidents, access concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established emergency response procedures.
- Support a professional workplace environment by answering phones, receiving deliveries, and communicating clearly with employees, visitors, contractors, and Allied Universal leadership.
Minimum Requirements:
- Possess a valid New York State Security Guard License.
- CPR and First Aid certification is preferred.
- Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
- Access control and badge experience 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.
Licensed by the New York State Department of State
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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