Security Officer Part Time Patrol Access

Allied Universal • Paramus, NJ

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Security Officer Enhanced for patrol and access verification at an assigned site in Paramus, New Jersey. The role provides a fixed weekly schedule of Friday and Saturday, 12:00 PM to 9:30 PM, with a six-month commitment to the assigned site and shifts. Officers may claim additional shifts through the company’s scheduling platform, potentially building up to 40 hours per week while retaining the option to scale back. The position pays $21.00 per hour.

The Security Officer provides customer service while carrying out security procedures and site-specific policies. The role includes patrols of mall common areas and surrounding areas, monitoring access points, responding to incidents and emergencies, and preparing accurate reports. Applicants are subject to background investigation and, where permitted by law, drug screening.

Requirements

• At least one year 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.
• Commit to the assigned site and weekly anchor shifts for six months.
• Applicants are subject to a background investigation in accordance with applicable laws.
• Applicants are subject to drug screening to the extent permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements vary by state and/or local law and 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.
• Customer service experience.
• Ability to lift more than 20 pounds.
• Guard card or license.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to shoppers, tenants, visitors, and staff while carrying out security-related procedures and site-specific policies, including emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Respond calmly and effectively to incidents, disturbances, medical situations, and other critical events, following established site protocols.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of mall common areas, entrances, parking areas, loading zones, and the surrounding perimeter; identify and report unusual activity or conditions.
• Monitor access points and observe activity to help maintain an orderly environment.
• Prepare clear, accurate reports of incidents, observations, and patrol activities, and communicate relevant information to site leadership and/or responding agencies.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plans, and 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 more 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