Security Officer Part Time

Allied Universal; Cranbury (CT); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal in Cranbury, NJ is seeking a Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Identity Assurance to deliver reliable security at the assigned site with flexible hours. This role is designed for individuals seeking part-time employment while building experience toward a full-time career with the industry leader.

You will work fixed anchor shifts, earn $17.40 per hour, with the option to pick up additional shifts.

Qualifications

• Access control/badge experience preferred.
• State/county/city-issued security license preferred.
• Be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Background investigation required by law.
• Drug screen required by law.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, customers, and visitors by following security procedures and site policies.
• Monitor and control access to the retail location, verify credentials, and maintain logs.
• Respond to incidents and escalate as needed according to site procedures.
• Conduct regular patrols of entry points, sales areas, and perimeter to deter unauthorized activity.
• Observe and report unusual activity and hazards to site leadership.

Skills

Access control

Customer service

Observation

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.

Life doesn’t always follow a fixed schedule. That’s why we created the Security Officer – Part Time Enhanced position: a flexible, dependable option for individuals looking to supplement their income, gain hands‑on experience, or work toward a full‑time career with the industry leader.

As a Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Identity Assurance in Cranbury, NJ, this role is designed to provide reliable, consistent hours at an assigned site with the flexibility for you to earn more by picking‑up additional shifts when it works for you.

Pay Rate: $17.40 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon11:00 PM - 07:00 AM

How This Role Works:

• Fixed-Shift Commitment ("Anchor Shifts"): You will be hired for a designated site and weekly shift that serves as your reliable base schedule. This assignment requires a six (6) month commitment.
• Earn More, Claim-A-Shift Program: In addition to your fixed shift, you may pick‑up extra shifts through our scheduling platform, allowing you to increase earnings and gain experience across multiple sites. Work part‑time hours this week and full‑time the next. It’s all up to you.

This role is ideal for candidates seeking part‑time employment with flexibility, income stability, and opportunities to build‑up to a full‑time schedule of up to 40 hours per week; always with the option to scale back when needed.

Responsibilities:

• Provide customer service to clients, customers, and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site‑specific policies, access‑control requirements, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor and control access to the retail location, including verifying credentials, managing visitor entry, and maintaining required access logs.
• Respond to incidents, access concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner, escalating matters according to site‑specific procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of entry points, sales areas, receiving areas, parking locations, and the business perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity.
• Observe and report unusual activity, potential hazards, and policy violations to site leadership and/or Allied Universal supervision.

Minimum Requirements:

• Access control/badge experience is preferred.
• A state, county, or city‑issued security‑related 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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• 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.