Corporate Security Specialist

Job Description Job Description Overview Company Overview: 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 Description $21.20 / HOURLY Allied Universal® is hiring a Corporate Security Specialist. The Corporate Security Specialist provides physical security coverage at assigned corporate office locations to ensure protection of client employees, visitors, property, and equipment. The Corporate Security Specialist provides a professional interaction for the employees and guests of high-profile client(s). RESPONSIBILITIES: Watch for irregularities, such as security breaches, facility and safety hazards, and emergency situations Contact Shift Supervisor, Site Supervisor, or Security Manager immediately in the event of an incident or emergency Remain alert for the presence of unauthorized persons and/or security policy violators; approaches suspicious person and/or notifies police as appropriate Patrol assigned areas to ensure personnel, building, and equipment security Prepare routine, standardized reports Provides escorts as necessary May provide specialized security in complex operational areas, requiring specific knowledge of the operating environment Perform periodic checks of fire extinguishers, AEDs, and lights (and any other assigned equipment) to ensure proper functioning; reports all malfunctions as required QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE): High school diploma or equivalent Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment Minimum one (1) year of contract or proprietary security experience Minimum of three (3) years of educational, professional, or volunteer experience in customer service or direct public interaction Excellent customer service skills Intermediate computer navigation skills Good problem solving and observational skills Skilled in attention to detail Proficient in-person, phone, and hand-held radio communication skills Ability to comprehend numerous policies, procedures, concepts and to be able to respond using discretion and interpretive judgment based on general and specific policies Ability to retain knowledge, information, and directions on an ongoing basis and communicate effectively with others Aptitude to communicate effectively in English (orally and written) PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE): Prior military and/or law enforcement experience BENEFITS: Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance Enrollment in our company's 401 (k) or Supplemental Income Plan, subject to eligibility requirements Eight paid holidays annually, five sick days, and four personal day Closing 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: C24060801 If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: Requisition ID 2025-1446691

Required qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum one (1) year of contract or proprietary security experience
  • Minimum of three (3) years of educational, professional, or volunteer experience in customer service or direct public interaction
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Intermediate computer navigation skills
  • Good problem solving and observational skills
  • Skilled in attention to detail
  • Proficient in-person, phone, and hand-held radio communication skills
  • Ability to comprehend numerous policies, procedures, concepts and to be able to respond using discretion and interpretive judgment based on general and specific policies
  • Ability to retain knowledge, information, and directions on an ongoing basis and communicate effectively with others
  • Aptitude to communicate effectively in English (orally and written)

Desired qualifications:

  • Prior military and/or law enforcement experience
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