Security Officer Front Desk

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

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:

DayTimeTue12:00 AM - 08:00 AMWed12:00 AM - 08:00 AMThur12:00 AM - 08:00 AMFri12:00 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.

Requisition ID

2026-1677871