Security Officer - Main Lobby Desk

Allied Universal • Parsippany, NJ

8h • $18 • Onsite

About The Position

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. Job Description As a Security Officer - Main Lobby Desk in Parsippany, NJ , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Financial Institutions, 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. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As a Front Desk Officer at a financial institution location, you will greet visitors, manage access, verify credentials, monitor lobby activity through systems, and document incidents and/or service requests. You will be the first point of contact, delivering clear communication and customer service while helping to deter security-related issues. At Allied Universal, you will bring agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity to every interaction.

Requirements

• Have at least 1+ years of security experience.
• Provide proof of a high school diploma or GED as required by the client.
• Be at least 21+ years of age.
• A guard card/license is preferred.
• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet, 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.

Nice To Haves

• A guard card/license is preferred.
• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and/or vendors at the front desk by following site-specific security-related procedures and policies for a financial services location.
• Control access by greeting arrivals, confirming authorization, issuing temporary badges and/or visitor credentials, and directing individuals to the appropriate area while helping to deter unauthorized entry.
• Monitor cameras, alarms, and/or other site systems from the front desk, document unusual activity, and notify the appropriate contacts per post orders.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including coordinating communication with site leadership and/or emergency services when appropriate.
• Complete required reports such as incident reports, visitor logs, and shift activity logs, and communicate pertinent information during shift transitions.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

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