Security Guard Front Desk Alarm Response

Allied Universal; Montvale (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools access to claim shifts

Career growth opportunities

Financial benefits and retirement plan

Exclusive Perks program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Front Desk Security Guard (Part-Time) in Montvale, NJ. You will be the welcoming presence at a professional location, managing access and responding to alarms while maintaining visitor logs and safety protocols.

The role emphasizes customer service, security procedures, and collaboration with a multi-industry client base. The schedule is shift-based, and the position offers opportunities through the Claim a Shift platform and additional perks through the company

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of security-related experience.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet preferred.
• Alarm panel experience preferred.
• Access control and badge experience preferred.
• Must be 18+ for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and employees by carrying out security procedures and site policies.
• Monitor access to the location, greet and direct visitors, verify credentials, and maintain logs.
• Respond to incidents calmly and communicate information to appropriate personnel.

Skills

Security experience

Customer service

Computer use

Alarm panel

Access control

Badge access

Education

High school diploma

Job description

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

As a Security Guard Front Desk Alarm Response in Montvale, NJ, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As a Front Desk Security Professional with Allied Universal, you will be the welcoming presence at a professional location, assisting visitors, managing access credentials, monitoring security-related systems, and responding to alarms or incidents. Your strong communication and customer service skills will help create a positive experience while supporting a secure environment. Join a caring, agile, reliable, and innovative team that puts people first and acts with integrity.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $18.90 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon12:00 AM - 08:00 AMFri12:00 AM - 08:00 AMSat12:00 AM - 08:00 AM

What You'll Do

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and employees by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor access to the location, greet and direct visitors, verify credentials, and maintain visitor logs in accordance with site-specific requirements.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner and communicate relevant information to appropriate personnel.
• Assist with front-desk operations, including answering phones, receiving deliveries, and providing general information while maintaining awareness of security-related activity at the location.

Minimum Requirements

• Have at least 6 months of security-related experience.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• Access control and badge 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.
• 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.

Why Join Us

• Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Financial Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

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: www.aus.com.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.