Security Officer Full Time Access Reception

Allied Universal; Weehawken (NJ); On-site; USD 53,726,000 - 59,237,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools Program

Career Growth & Training

Health and Financial Benefits

Perks Program Discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer for Full Time Access Reception in Weehawken, NJ. You will serve tenants and guests at a premier office location, managing access control, visitor management, and security communications to maintain a welcoming environment.

You will support front desk operations, coordinate with building management, and respond to incidents with professional, calm problem-solving. A strong customer service mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• CPR/First Aid certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service to tenants, visitors, and employees at a commercial office location by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, access protocols, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Staff the front desk, greet and direct visitors, verify identification and authorization, issue visitor credentials, and maintain accurate visitor and access records.
• Monitor lobby activity, access control systems, cameras, alarms, and other security-related equipment; report unusual activity, incidents, and maintenance concerns according to site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, visitor concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, communicating with appropriate personnel and emergency responders when needed.
• Maintain a professional front-desk presence, answer phones, receive deliveries, and support tenant and building management requests in accordance with site policies.

Skills

Customer Service

Access Control

Computer Skills

CPR/First Aid

Guard Card/License

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Access Control Systems

CCTV/Alarms

Job description

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.

As a Security Officer Full Time Access Reception in Weehawken, NJ, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, and more. As a Front Desk Security Officer at a premier commercial real estate location, you will create a welcoming, professional first impression while supporting access control, visitor management, and security-related communications. Your customer service and attention to detail will help maintain an organized environment for tenants and guests. 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: $19.45 / Hour

Job Schedule

• Tue 12:00 AM - 08:00 AM
• Wed 12:00 AM - 08:00 AM
• Thur 12:00 AM - 08:00 AM
• Sat 12:00 AM - 08:00 AM
• Sun 12:00 AM - 08:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide exceptional customer service to tenants, visitors, and employees at a commercial office location by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, access protocols, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Staff the front desk, greet and direct visitors, verify identification and authorization, issue visitor credentials, and maintain accurate visitor and access records.
• Monitor lobby activity, access control systems, cameras, alarms, and other security-related equipment; report unusual activity, incidents, and maintenance concerns according to site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, visitor concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, communicating with appropriate personnel and emergency responders when needed.
• Maintain a professional front-desk presence, answer phones, receive deliveries, and support tenant and building management requests in accordance with site policies.

Minimum Requirements:

• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Comfortable use of a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification is preferred.
• A guard card or license 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.

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.