Security Officer Full Time Lobby Access

Allied Universal; Somerville (NJ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools discounts

Career growth opportunities

Health benefits

Perks program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Front Desk Security Officer in Somerville, NJ. This full-time role supports residential senior housing facilities by greeting residents and visitors, controlling access points, and maintaining security communications.

The position emphasizes professionalism, safety, and exceptional customer service. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a background check, with a drug screen where permitted by law.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Background investigation will be conducted as a condition of employment in accordance with laws.
• A drug screen will be conducted where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may be required by state/local laws.
• A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to residents, visitors, staff, and vendors by enacting site-specific security procedures and access control.
• Staff the front desk in a professional, welcoming manner; verify authorization and issue visitor credentials.
• Monitor building access points, cameras, alarms, and communications equipment; report issues per site procedures.
• Respond to incidents and urgent situations in a calm, problem-solving manner and notify appropriate personnel or emergency services.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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 Lobby Access Logs in Somerville, NJ, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Residential, and more. As a Front Desk Security Professional in a residential senior housing location, you will create a welcoming presence for residents, visitors, and staff while monitoring access, responding to security-related concerns, and communicating clearly with the site team. Bring exceptional customer service and professionalism to a role where Allied Universal’s caring, reliable, and integrity-driven culture puts people first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $16.45 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM
• Tue 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM
• Wed 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM
• Thur 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM
• Fri 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to residents, visitors, staff, and vendors by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, access-control practices, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Staff the front desk in a professional, welcoming manner; greet visitors, verify authorization, issue visitor credentials, and maintain visitor and delivery records.
• Monitor building access points, cameras, alarms, and communications equipment; report unusual activity, maintenance concerns, or security-related issues according to site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, resident concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; notify appropriate personnel and emergency services when needed.
• Maintain accurate daily activity reports, incident documentation, and required logs while supporting a respectful residential environment for senior residents.

Minimum Requirements:

• 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.

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.