Hiring Event Security Officer- Newark, NJ

Securitas•Newark, NJ

4d•$17 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

Now Hiring – In‑Person Hiring Event! Join us for our upcoming hiring event and explore career opportunities! April 21, 2026 11:00am to 3:00pm Securitas 570 Broad Street 10th Floor Newark, NJ 07102 Full Time $17.00 to $18.00 an hour Client sites are In and around Newark, NJ. What to Expect On‑the‑spot interviews Meet hiring managers and recruiters What to Bring Multiple copies of your resume Valid ID Be prepared to interview No appointment necessary — walk‑ins welcome! Please come prepared to discuss your qualifications and bring any necessary documents along with your resume. We recommend dressing in professional attire appropriate for a formal interview setting. Who Should Attend Experienced professionals Entry‑level candidates Anyone seeking a new career opportunity Minimum Requirements Education: High School Diploma or equivalent Experience: Previous experience in security is preferred but not mandatory Other: Must be 18 years or older Must be eligible to work in the U.S. Valid Driver's License and Clean driving record. Able to handle outdoor weather conditions. High School or College Diploma/GED Sora card or able to obtain Skills: Ability to respond effectively during emergency or stressful situations. Must have a flexible schedule, including availability for weekends, evenings, and holidays. Ability to stand for extended periods and navigate stairs, with occasional running or sprinting. Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills for handling customer-related situations. Able to handle outdoor weather conditions. Customer Service experience is a plus. Access Control What We Offer: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance 401K Retirement Options Paid Time Off Weekly Pay/Daily Pay Paid Training & Free Uniforms Employee Discounts (Retail, Phone Plans, Rentals & more) Pet Daycare Discounts Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Career Advancement Opportunities We help make your world a safer place. Securitas is a global company that offers the most advanced and sustainable security solutions in the industry. We are located in 47 countries and have 355,000 employees worldwide and over 150,000 clients. Securitas plays an essential role for our clients and in society. The Security Officer position helps maintain a safe and secure environment for our clients by actively monitoring the premises, including patrolling a variety of locations. They preserve order while enforcing regulations and directives for a client site pertaining to personnel, visitors, and the area. Frequently our Security Officers will provide customer service and information to a client’s employees and customers. We are driven by a clear corporate culture and purpose, which helps us live according to our values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness. These values are at the heart of our culture, help define who we are and guide our actions. No experience necessary! If you have retail, food service or hospitality industry background you are a great fit for this role; if not, we will provide you with the training and everything you need for a great introduction to a career in the security industry. Are you interested in being part of our Team? · Apply quickly and efficiently online With over 80 years of protecting the things that matter, we’ve seen more than most. That’s why Securitas is the partner of choice for companies and an employer of choice for candidates worldwide. See a different world. “Securitas is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.” #Newark

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Must be 18 years or older
Must be eligible to work in the U.S.
Valid Driver's License and Clean driving record.
Able to handle outdoor weather conditions.
High School or College Diploma/GED
Sora card or able to obtain
Ability to respond effectively during emergency or stressful situations.
Must have a flexible schedule, including availability for weekends, evenings, and holidays.
Ability to stand for extended periods and navigate stairs, with occasional running or sprinting.
Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills for handling customer-related situations.
Able to handle outdoor weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in security is preferred but not mandatory
Customer Service experience is a plus.
Access Control
retail, food service or hospitality industry background

Responsibilities

Actively monitoring the premises, including patrolling a variety of locations.
Preserve order while enforcing regulations and directives for a client site pertaining to personnel, visitors, and the area.
Provide customer service and information to a client’s employees and customers.