Security Officer Screening Checkpoint

Overview

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.

Job Description

As a Security Officer Screening Checkpoint in Secaucus, NJ, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. As a Screener at a dynamic technology, media, and telecommunications location, you will help maintain a secure environment by screening individuals and items, monitoring access points, and supporting badge and access-control processes. You will provide outstanding customer service, communicate professionally, and use technology to document security-related activity. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and innovative team, where a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity guide every interaction.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $19.65 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon02:30 PM - 10:30 PMTue02:30 PM - 10:30 PMWed02:30 PM - 10:30 PMFri02:30 PM - 10:30 PMSat02:30 PM - 10:30 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and contractors at a technology and telecommunications location by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, access screening protocols, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Screen personnel, visitors, packages, and deliveries in accordance with established entry requirements and site policies, helping to deter unauthorized access to restricted areas.
• Verify identification, maintain accurate visitor and contractor records, issue temporary credentials as authorized, and direct individuals to appropriate locations.
• Monitor entry points, screening equipment, and surrounding areas for unusual activity; promptly report security-related concerns, policy violations, and maintenance issues.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established escalation procedures and communicating with Allied Universal supervision and site contacts as needed.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 5 years of security-related experience.
• Ability to operate a Segway or T3 is preferred.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Ability to lift more than 20 pounds 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.
• 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.

Why Join Us:

• Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Financial and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

Closing

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 relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.

Requisition ID

2026-1709831