Front Desk Security Officer: Visitor Access & Safety

Alliedbarton Security Services; Wall Township (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools Access to shifts

Career Growth & Training

Health & Retirement Benefits

Perks Program Discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Information Desk in Wall Township, NJ. You will greet visitors, manage access control, badge processes, monitor entry activity, and provide professional customer service at a utilities location.

In this full-time role, you will support security operations by monitoring systems, coordinating with site personnel, and assisting with incident response while maintaining a courteous, safety-focused approach.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of security-related experience.
• License preferred at state, county, or city level.
• Experience with access control and badge systems is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• 18 years or older for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Background check and drug screen as required by law.
• Licensing requirements depend on local regulations.
• Driver's license required only for driving roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and contractors at a front-desk post within a utilities location by following site-specific procedures and security-related policies.
• Monitor access to the facility by verifying visitor credentials, maintaining visitor logs, issuing badges as authorized, and directing guests to appropriate contacts or areas.
• Answer incoming calls, greet and screen visitors, receive deliveries, and communicate routine information professionally and courteously.
• Monitor security-related systems, alarms, and communications at the desk, reporting unusual activity, maintenance concerns, and incidents according to site procedures.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including notifying appropriate personnel and supporting emergency response activities as directed.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Badge systems

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Access control systems

Badge systems

Job description

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Information Desk in Wall Township, NJ. You will greet visitors, manage access control, badge processes, monitor entry activity, and provide professional customer service at a utilities location.

In this full-time role, you will support security operations by monitoring systems, coordinating with site personnel, and assisting with incident response while maintaining a courteous, safety-focused approach.