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 Security in Reading, PA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Healthcare, and more. As a Front Desk Security Professional in a healthcare location, you will welcome visitors, manage access, monitor entry activity, and support a professional, secure environment. You will provide exceptional customer service, communicate clearly with staff and guests, and respond to security-related concerns. Join Allied Universal, where an agile, reliable, innovative team puts people first, delivers through teamwork, and acts with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $19.23 / Hour

• Access Control/Badge Experience:
  Candidates should have prior experience with access control systems and badge management. Familiarity with security protocols and procedures is essential.

• Alarm Panel Experience:
  Experience with alarm panel systems is required. Candidates should demonstrate knowledge of alarm monitoring and response procedures.

• Comfortable Using Computer or Tablet:
  Proficiency in using computers or tablets is necessary. Candidates should be comfortable navigating software applications and performing basic troubleshooting.

• Customer Service Experience:
  A background in customer service is beneficial. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and the ability to interact positively with clients and team members.

What You'll Do:

• Provide exceptional customer service to patients, visitors, staff, and vendors while carrying out site-specific security-related procedures and policies at a healthcare location.
• Monitor access at the front desk, verify visitor credentials, issue visitor passes as applicable, and direct individuals to appropriate areas.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established emergency response procedures.
• Maintain accurate visitor, access, and incident documentation; communicate relevant information to site contacts and Allied Universal leadership as needed.
• Help to deter unauthorized access and support a professional, welcoming environment through attentive front-desk presence and observation.

Minimum Requirements:

• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• Comfort 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.

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.