Security Officer Part Time Visitor

Allied Universal • Carteret, NJ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Visitor Credentialing in Carteret, New Jersey. The role provides consistent hours at an assigned site, with the option to claim additional shifts through the company’s scheduling platform. The designated site and weekly anchor shift require a six-month commitment. Employees may build up to a full-time schedule of up to 40 hours per week and may scale back when needed. The listed shift is Saturday, 4:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. The pay rate is $21.63 per hour.

The Security Officer provides customer service and site-specific security at a front desk in a technology, media, and telecommunications location. Duties include credentialing visitors, monitoring facility access and lobby activity, responding to incidents and alarms, and maintaining a professional reception environment.

Applicants are subject to a background investigation and, to the extent permitted by law, a drug screen. Applicable licensing requirements may need to be met before employment. A valid driver’s license is required only for driving positions.

Requirements

• At least two years of security-related experience.
• At least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Applicants are subject to a background investigation in accordance with applicable laws.
• Applicants are subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with access control and badge systems.
• Loss prevention experience.
• CPR certification.
• Guard card or license.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and delivery personnel at a front desk, following site-specific security procedures and policies.
• Verify visitor credentials, issue temporary access credentials when authorized, maintain visitor records, and direct guests according to site procedures.
• Respond calmly and professionally to incidents, alarms, and critical situations; contact appropriate personnel and follow emergency response protocols.
• Monitor lobby activity, access-control systems, cameras, and communications equipment from a stationary post, and report unusual activity and security concerns.
• Answer phones, manage incoming inquiries, receive deliveries, and maintain accurate logs and documentation.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Retirement plans.
• Disability insurance.
• 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 other businesses through the perks program.
• Paid training programs and opportunities for career advancement.

What This Job Offers

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