Security Officer Front Desk Visitor Services

Allied Universal•Newark, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer Front Desk Visitor Services at a residential location in Newark, New Jersey, you will help safeguard residents, visitors, and property while creating a professional and welcoming environment. You will staff the front desk, manage access and check-in procedures, monitor entry activity and security systems, respond to incidents, and maintain accurate records. The role is full-time and pays $18.00 per hour. The listed schedule is 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM on Mondays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21 or older for armed roles.
Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
Submit to a background investigation as a condition of employment, consistent with applicable laws.
Submit to a drug screen as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by law.
Meet any applicable licensing requirements under state and/or local laws and regulations, which may be required before employment.

Nice To Haves

Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
State-, county-, or city-issued security license.
Customer service experience.
Access control and badge experience.
Loss prevention experience.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to residents, visitors, and vendors while following site-specific security procedures, access policies, and emergency response activities.
Staff the front desk and manage visitor, vendor, and resident check-in procedures according to property requirements.
Monitor access points, cameras, alarms, and communication systems; report unusual activity, maintenance concerns, and security-related issues to appropriate personnel.
Respond calmly and professionally to incidents and critical situations, contacting emergency services and/or site contacts as needed.
Maintain accurate logs, visitor records, incident reports, and shift handoff information, and provide a professional presence in the lobby.