Security Officer Front Desk Arrival Services

Alliedbarton Security Services; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

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Benefits package

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Job summary

Allied Universal's Newark location seeks a Security Officer Front Desk Arrival Services to greet visitors, manage access, and support site operations with integrity. You will be a highly visible, customer‑facing professional working to provide exceptional service and rapid incident response.

This full-time role requires a professional demeanor and adherence to site policies. The position emphasizes visitor management, incident reporting, and teamwork within a dynamic security team.

Qualifications

• A state-, county-, or city-issued security license is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Background check and drug screening required where permitted by law.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies and, when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner.
• Monitor access to the location, greet visitors, and maintain visitor logs in accordance with site-specific procedures.
• Receive and direct visitors, contractors, deliveries, and phone inquiries to appropriate personnel or areas.
• Maintain awareness of front desk activity and report unusual conditions, access concerns, and incidents to appropriate personnel.

Skills

Customer service

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 Front Desk Arrival Services in Newark, NJ, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. As a Front Desk Security Professional, you will be a welcoming, highly visible presence at the location, assisting visitors, managing access, responding to security-related concerns, and providing exceptional customer service and communication. You will help maintain an organized, professional environment while supporting site operations with integrity and teamwork. Join Allied Universal's agile, reliable, innovative team and caring culture that puts people first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:DayTimeMon09:00 PM - 05:00 AMTue09:00 PM - 05:00 AMWed09:00 PM - 05:00 AMThur09:00 PM - 05:00 AMSun09:00 PM - 05:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies and, when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner.
• Monitor access to the location, greet visitors, and maintain visitor logs in accordance with site-specific procedures.
• Receive and direct visitors, contractors, deliveries, and phone inquiries to appropriate personnel or areas.
• Maintain awareness of front desk activity and report unusual conditions, access concerns, and incidents to appropriate personnel.

Minimum Requirements:

• A state-, county-, or city-issued security-related license is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• The ability to lift up to 20 lbs 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

2026-1687588