Security Officer - Government Front Desk

Allied Universal, North America's leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse, and inclusive workplace, you will be part of a team that fuels a culture that will reflect in our communities and customers we serve. We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, retirement plans, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks, and more for most full-time positions!

As a Security Officer - Government Front Desk in MORRIS PLAINS , NJ, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government and more .

As a Front Desk Security Officer in a government location, you will be stationed at the main entrance, greeting visitors and assisting with access control. Your presence helps to deter security-related incidents and provides a welcoming environment for all guests and staff. You will communicate clearly, respond to inquiries, and support the overall operations of the facility. Our team values reliability, teamwork, and integrity, and we strive to deliver exceptional service while putting people first. This is not a driving or armed post.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.30 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Responsibilities:

Provide customer service to visitors and staff by following security procedures and site-specific policies at the front desk.
• Monitor access to the location, verifying identification and credentials as required.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner.
• Assist with emergency response activities when appropriate, following established protocols.
• Document and report security-related incidents and unusual activities observed at the front desk area.
• Communicate professionally with visitors, staff, and emergency personnel as needed.

Minimum Requirements:

• Applicants must possess a valid driver's license in the state where the job is located.
• Applicants must have at least 1 year of security experience.
• Applicants must be at least 21 years of age.
• New Jersey Security Professional Guard Card is required.
• Customer service experience is 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, or 5 years of verifiable experience.
• 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.

Perks and Benefits:

• Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions
• Schedules that fit with your personal life goals
• Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
• Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues, and much more...

Allied Universal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com.

If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.