Part-Time Front Desk Security Officer — Access Control Pro

Allied Universal; Carteret (NJ); On-site; USD 52,707,000 - 71,294,000; Part time

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Part Time Security Officer for a front desk role in Carteret, NJ. You will welcome visitors, control access, issue badges, and provide high-quality customer service in a technology-focused environment.

The position requires at least 2 years in security, a valid license/guard card if applicable, and a professional presence. This is a part-time role with flexible evening/night shifts and adherence to site procedures.

Qualifications

• Possess at least 2 years of security-related experience.
• A guard card or applicable license is preferred.
• CPR certification 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and vendors at a technology-focused location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and appropriate emergency response activities.
• Monitor front-desk access activity, verify visitor authorization, issue and collect credentials as directed, and maintain accurate visitor and access records.
• Receive and direct guests, deliveries, and service personnel in accordance with site procedures while maintaining a professional, courteous presence.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating concerns to appropriate site contacts and emergency responders as needed.
• Monitor entry points and communications systems from the front desk, report unusual activity, and help to deter unauthorized access.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Badge/ID issuance

Emergency response

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Access control systems

Badge management systems

CPR certification

Job description

Allied Universal is seeking a Part Time Security Officer for a front desk role in Carteret, NJ. You will welcome visitors, control access, issue badges, and provide high-quality customer service in a technology-focused environment.

The position requires at least 2 years in security, a valid license/guard card if applicable, and a professional presence. This is a part-time role with flexible evening/night shifts and adherence to site procedures.