Jobs · Rhode Island

Security Officer Reception Desk

Allied Universal · Cranston, RI · Yesterday
On-site$25.75/hrFull-time

About the role

As a Front Desk Security Professional at a government location, you will be a welcoming, visible presence for visitors and staff. You will manage access, verify credentials, respond to security-related concerns, and deliver exceptional customer service and communication. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and innovative team, where a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity guide every interaction.

Responsibilities

  • Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and agency personnel by carrying out site-specific procedures, access protocols, and emergency response activities at a government office location.
  • Staff the front desk and manage visitor sign-in procedures, issue visitor credentials as directed, and maintain accurate visitor and access-related records.
  • Monitor entry points, review identification and authorization as required, and help to deter unauthorized access while directing guests to appropriate offices or departments.
  • Answer and route incoming calls, provide general information and directions, and communicate professionally with staff, visitors, and responding personnel.
  • Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, promptly notify appropriate personnel, and document security-related observations and activities.

Requirements

  • Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles.
  • Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • 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.
  • 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.

Benefits

  • Access to exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
  • Paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
  • Retirement savings plan.
  • Medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
  • Discounts on top brands and services through the Perks Program.

Pay

$25.75 / hour

Schedule

  • Daytime, Monday through Friday
  • 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

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