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Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Ashburn, VA
Ashburn, Virginia

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Allied Universal provides unparalleled service, systems and solutions to the people and business of our communities, and is North America’s leading security services provider. Allied Universal, North America’s leading security services provider, is experiencing tremendous growth. For all full-time positions, we offer medical, dental, vision, flex spending, 401K, an anniversary bonus, and an on-the-spot recognition program. ? We promote from within our company!?You can start with little, to no, security experience and become one of Allied Universal’s many success stories.

Apply to join the LARGEST SECURITY COMPANY in the United States! Allied Universal Services is currently searching for a Professional Receptionist.

The Professional Security Officer is the heart of Allied Universal Services. Our officers allow us to accomplish our company’s core purpose which is “to serve, secure and care for the people and businesses in our communities”. The Professional Security Officer is responsible for the safety and security of the facilities they protect. Our security officers act as a visible deterrent to crime and client rule infractions; they detect and report suspicious, unsafe or criminal acts at or near their assigned posts which may be a threat to the property, clients, guests or employees at the site. Although essential activities may differ based on the facility at which they work, below are some of the standards:
  • Ensure the facility is provided with high quality security services to protect people and property.
  • Report safety concerns, security breaches and unusual circumstances both verbally and in writing
  • Build, improve and maintain effective relationships with both client employees and guests.
  • Answer questions and assist guests and employees.
  • Remain flexible to ever changing environments; adapt well to different situations.
  • Patrol the facility on foot or vehicle.
  • Answer phones or greet guests / employees in a professional, welcoming manner.
  • Monitor closed circuit television systems and alarms.
Additional Responsibilities:
  • Fully embrace security / safety training programs to enhance performance and ability to advance. These may be specific to the security industry or specific to the industry associated with the client you are assigned to secure.
  • Be aware of and familiar with the site-specific operations performance manual and post orders.
  • Take additional certification training (as required by some positions) to carry OC sprays, drive bicycles, operate Segways, etc.
Qualifications:
  • Previous contract security, military or law enforcement experience is beneficial (and sometimes required);
  • Ability to work in a team-oriented environment with the ability to work independently;
  • Must be at least 18 years of age or older as required by applicable law or contractual requirements;
  • Must have a high school diploma or GED, or at least 5 years of verifiable employment history;
  • Must have at least one verifiable employer.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, for the purpose of public interaction and report writing;
  • Strong interpersonal skills are important as most of our positions require regular interaction with the public;
  • Successful completion of AlliedBarton’s Master Security Officer Basic (Level 1) Course;
  • Ability to maintain satisfactory attendance and punctuality standard;
  • Neat and professional appearance.
  • Ability to provide quality customer service.
  • Ability to handle both common and crisis situations at the client site, calmly and efficiently.
Closing:

Allied Universal Services is the USA’s largest provider of security personnel to many industries including commercial real estate, higher education, healthcare, chemical/petrochemical, government, manufacturing and distribution, financial institutions, shopping centers and residential communities Allied Universal offers on-the-job, web-based and ongoing training programs for all personnel from professional security officers through executive level management. Our focus on learning and development and our leadership culture help our employees grow personally and professionally.

We proudly support the Veteran Jobs Mission, a group of over 200 companies that have committed to collectively hiring a total of one million military veterans.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability

Allied Universal Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce.