Full-Time Security Officer: Access Control & Patrol

Allied Universal; Totowa (NJ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart tools

Career growth

Benefits package

Perks program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer for full-time badge issuance in Totowa, NJ. You will provide customer service, monitor access points, verify credentials, and respond to incidents across client sites. The role includes patrols and maintaining access records in line with site policies.

The position requires at least 1 year of security experience and familiarity with badge systems. A high school diploma is required, and a background check plus drug screening will be conducted as per

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of security-related experience.
• Experience with access control and badge systems preferred.
• Comfort with using a computer or tablet preferred.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Security license from state/county/city preferred.
• 21+ for armed roles; 18+ for unarmed roles.
• Background check required by law.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements vary by state/locality.
• Driver's license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients by following security procedures and site policies.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials, manage visitor entry, and maintain access records.
• Respond to incidents calmly and escalate through proper channels.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of access points and perimeter.
• Report equipment issues and policy concerns to site leadership.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Patrols

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Badge systems

Job description

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer for full-time badge issuance in Totowa, NJ. You will provide customer service, monitor access points, verify credentials, and respond to incidents across client sites. The role includes patrols and maintaining access records in line with site policies.

The position requires at least 1 year of security experience and familiarity with badge systems. A high school diploma is required, and a background check plus drug screening will be conducted as per