Security Officer Access Screening Coordinator

Allied Universal • Newark, NJ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer Access Screening Coordinator in Newark, NJ, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Join Allied Universal as an Access Control Officer at a busy logistics and distribution location, where you will monitor entry points, verify credentials, and help support a smooth flow of people and vehicles. This role combines customer service, communication, and security-related awareness while working with a team that values agility, reliability, innovation, and integrity in a people-first culture.

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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, vendors, and/or drivers by carrying out site-specific access control procedures, badge and credential checks, and other security-related policies for a logistics and distribution location.
• Monitor entry and exit points, help to deter unauthorized access, and document arrivals, departures, deliveries, and/or visitor activity in accordance with post orders and site expectations.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating concerns and communicating with site contacts and Allied Universal leadership as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the location, including exterior areas, gates, trailer yards, docks, and perimeter access points, while observing for unusual activity and reporting concerns promptly.
• Support day-to-day operational flow by assisting with vehicle and pedestrian access, providing directions, and helping maintain orderly movement at screening points, lobbies, gates, and/or shipping and receiving areas.

Benefits

• Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees