Security Officer Front Desk

Allied Universal; Neptune City (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Benefits package

Perks program

Training provided

Job summary

Allied Universal operates as a leading security services provider. The Security Officer Information Desk position at a utilities location in Wall Township, NJ requires greeting visitors, controlling access, and delivering professional customer service while monitoring security systems and coordinating with site staff.

The role is full-time, pays $21.00 per hour, and involves shift coverage including overnight hours. A background check and drug screen are required where permitted by law.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of security-related experience.
• State/county/city security license preferred.
• Experience with access control and badge systems preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be able to operate a computer or tablet.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and manage access control at a front-desk post.
• Verify visitor credentials and issue badges as authorized.
• Answer calls, greet/screen visitors, receive deliveries.
• Monitor security systems and report incidents per site procedures.
• Respond calmly to incidents and assist emergency response.

Skills

Security experience

Access control

Badge systems

Customer service

Computer/tablet literacy

Background check compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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 Officer Information Desk in Wall Township, NJ, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Utilities, and more. As a Front Desk Security Officer at a utilities location, you will greet visitors, manage access control and badge processes, monitor entry activity, and provide professional customer service. You will serve as a welcoming, visible presence while helping to deter security-related incidents and communicating concerns promptly. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and innovative team, where a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity guide every interaction.

Position Type

Full Time

Pay Rate

$21.00 / Hour

Job Schedule

• Tue 12:00 AM - 08:00 AM
• Wed 12:00 AM - 08:00 AM
• Thur 12:00 AM - 08:00 AM
• Fri 12:00 AM - 08:00 AM

What You'll Do

• 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.

Minimum Requirements

• Have at least 2 years of security-related experience.
• A state, county, or city-issued security-related license is preferred.
• Experience with access control and badge systems is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet 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.
• 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 and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• 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 .