Security Officer Enhanced Armed Incident Patrol

Allied Universal • Newark, NJ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Officer Enhanced Armed Incident Patrol for an assigned financial services location in Newark, New Jersey. The role provides reliable weekly hours on a designated site and offers the option to pick up additional shifts through the company’s scheduling platform. The fixed weekly shift requires a six-month commitment. Additional shifts may allow the employee to increase hours, potentially up to 40 hours per week, with the option to scale back.

The posted schedule is Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM. The pay rate is $30.30 per hour. The officer provides customer service, conducts armed patrols, monitors access, responds to incidents, and documents security activity while following site-specific procedures.

Requirements

• Graduate of a law enforcement or military police training program, or equivalent.
• Must be retired law enforcement with RPO.
• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Undergo a background investigation as a condition of employment, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Undergo a drug screen as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by law.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
• Meet applicable state and/or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.
• A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and vendors at a financial services location by carrying out site-specific security procedures, access-control requirements, and emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of interior areas, exterior grounds, parking facilities, and the business perimeter to deter unauthorized activity and identify security concerns.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations calmly and professionally, follow established procedures, and coordinate with emergency services when needed.
• Monitor access points and verify authorized entry for employees, visitors, and contractors in accordance with site policies.
• Document patrol activity, incidents, and observed security conditions through accurate reports and timely communication with Allied Universal leadership and site contacts.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Retirement plans.
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half if worked.
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law.
• Employee discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and more through the perks program.
• Paid training programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED