Security Officer Full Time Lobby Access

Allied Universal•Bridgewater Township, NJ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a full-time Security Officer for a residential senior housing location in Somerville, New Jersey. The officer serves as a welcoming front-desk presence for residents, visitors, staff, and vendors while monitoring access and responding to security-related concerns. The role requires clear communication with the site team and professional, customer-focused service. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, at a pay rate of $16.45 per hour. Duties include managing visitor access and records, monitoring security systems and communications equipment, responding to incidents, and maintaining activity reports and logs. Applicants must be at least 18 for unarmed roles or 21 for armed roles and have a high school diploma or equivalent. Employment is subject to a background investigation and, where permitted by law, a drug screen. Licensing may be required by applicable state or local regulations.

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, in accordance with applicable laws.
Submit to a drug screen as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by law.
Meet any licensing requirements imposed by state or local laws and regulations; licensing may be required before employment.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to residents, visitors, staff, and vendors by following site-specific security procedures, access-control practices, and emergency response activities.
Staff the front desk professionally; greet visitors, verify authorization, issue visitor credentials, and maintain visitor and delivery records.
Monitor building access points, cameras, alarms, and communications equipment, and report unusual activity, maintenance concerns, or security issues according to site procedures.
Respond calmly to incidents, resident concerns, and critical situations; notify appropriate personnel and emergency services when needed.
Maintain accurate daily activity reports, incident documentation, and required logs while supporting a respectful residential environment for senior residents.