Security Officer Front Desk Credential Services

Allied Universal; Carteret (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Health & Dental

Perks Program

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Front Desk Credential Services in Carteret, NJ. You will greet visitors, manage access control, issue credentials, and support a secure, customer-focused environment at a technology-focused site.

This full-time role offers a daytime schedule with rotating shifts and is ideal for individuals with security experience who value professional communication and incident response. Allied Universal emphasizes people-first teamwork and integrity.

Qualifications

• Two years of security-related experience.
• Access control and badge experience preferred.
• Guard card or license preferred.
• Loss prevention experience preferred.
• CPR certification preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Background checks and drug screening as required by law.
• Licensing requirements may be required prior to employment.
• A valid driver’s license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional front desk customer service by greeting visitors, employees, contractors, and delivery personnel in a professional manner at a technology-focused location.
• Monitor access to the facility by verifying identification, processing visitor registrations, issuing credentials, and maintaining accurate entry/exit records.
• Answer and direct incoming calls, manage visitor inquiries, and coordinate with appropriate personnel about arrivals and access requests.
• Observe lobby activity, monitor access control and surveillance systems, and report unusual activity to site leadership.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and emergencies following established procedures and document activities.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Badge handling

Communication

Surveillance monitoring

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Access control 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.

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 Credential Services in Carteret, NJ, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. As a Front Desk Security Professional in a dynamic technology, media, and telecommunications location, you will welcome visitors, support access control procedures, monitor entry activity, and provide exceptional customer service. You will help maintain a secure environment through clear communication, professionalism, and attention to detail. Join Allied Universal, where our agile, reliable, and innovative team puts people first, delivers through teamwork, and acts with integrity.

Position Type

Full Time

Pay Rate

$21.63 / Hour

Job Schedule

DayTimeThur12:00 AM - 08:00 AMFri12:00 AM - 08:00 AMSat12:00 AM - 08:00 AMSun12:00 AM - 08:00 AM

What You'll Do

• Provide exceptional front desk customer service by greeting visitors, employees, contractors, and delivery personnel in a professional manner at a technology-focused location.
• Monitor access to the facility by verifying identification, processing visitor registrations, issuing credentials, and maintaining accurate entry and exit records in accordance with site-specific policies.
• Answer and direct incoming calls, manage visitor inquiries, and communicate with appropriate personnel regarding arrivals, appointments, and access requests.
• Observe lobby activity, monitor assigned access control and surveillance systems, and report unusual activity or security-related concerns to site leadership and/or Allied Universal management.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established emergency response procedures and documenting applicable activities.

Minimum Requirements

• Have at least 2 years of security-related experience.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• A guard card or license is preferred.
• Loss prevention experience is preferred.
• CPR certification 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.

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.