Security Officer Full Time Screening Operations

Allied Universal; Secaucus (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Retirement savings plan

Health benefits

Job summary

Allied Universal, North America’s leading security and facility services company, seeks a Security Officer in Secaucus, NJ, to protect and assist a tech-focused site. You will monitor access points, verify credentials, screen visitors and deliveries, and respond to security concerns with calm, professional service.

The role offers full-time hours, a daytime schedule, and opportunities for training, career growth, and benefits as part of a team that values integrity, teamwork, and customer

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of security-related experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Background check and drug screen required.
• Licensing requirements may apply by state/local law.
• 18+ for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and contractors at a technology-focused location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Screen employees, visitors, contractors, and deliveries at designated entry points; verify identification and access authorization in accordance with site procedures.
• Monitor access control systems, visitor management tools, and alarm notifications; document irregularities and report security-related concerns to the appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established escalation and communication protocols.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of facility areas, entrances, parking locations, and the perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.

Skills

Customer service

Security procedures

Emergency response

Clear communication

Patrols & monitoring

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Access control systems

Badge screening

Alarm panels

X-ray screening

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 Screening Operations in Secaucus, NJ, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. As a Screener in a dynamic technology, media, and telecommunications location, you will help maintain a secure environment by monitoring access points, screening visitors and deliveries, verifying credentials, and responding to security-related concerns. You will provide exceptional customer service and clear communication while helping to deter incidents. 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: $19.65 / Hour

Job Schedule

• Mon: 06:30 AM - 02:30 PM
• Tue: 06:30 AM - 02:30 PM
• Thur: 06:30 AM - 02:30 PM
• Fri: 06:30 AM - 02:30 PM
• Sat: 06:30 AM - 02:30 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and contractors at a technology-focused location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Screen employees, visitors, contractors, and deliveries at designated entry points; verify identification and access authorization in accordance with site procedures.
• Monitor access control systems, visitor management tools, and alarm notifications; document irregularities and report security-related concerns to the appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established escalation and communication protocols.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of facility areas, entrances, parking locations, and the perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.

Minimum Requirements:

• A minimum of five years of security-related experience is required.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• Loss prevention experience is preferred.
• X‑ray screening 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.

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.