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Security Officer - Education Front Desk

Company: Allied Universal
Location: Wayne
Posted on: May 12, 2025

Job Description:









Security Officer - Education Front Desk



Job Locations

US-NJ-Wayne






Category (Portal Searching)

Security Officer Level



Workdays Available

Wednesday, Thursday



Shifts Available

Afternoon



Business Unit

AUS






































Overview









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!













Job Description









As a Security Officer - Education Front Desk in Wayne, NJ, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Education and more . As a Front Desk Security Officer in an educational setting, you will be stationed at the main entrance, greeting visitors and monitoring access to the building. Your presence helps to deter security-related incidents and supports a welcoming environment for students, staff, and guests. You will provide exceptional customer service, communicate clearly with all individuals, and respond promptly to inquiries or concerns. Our team values agility, reliability, and innovation, and we prioritize people through teamwork and integrity in all interactions. Position Type: Part TimePay Rate: $19.12 / HourJob Schedule:DayTimeWed04:00 PM - 12:00 AMThur04:00 PM - 12:00 AMResponsibilities:

Greet and assist students, staff, and visitors at the front desk, providing a welcoming presence in the education location.Monitor access to the building, verifying identification and managing visitor logs as required by site-specific policies.Respond to security-related incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established procedures.Communicate with campus personnel and emergency responders when appropriate, supporting emergency response activities.Maintain awareness of surroundings and report any suspicious activity or potential concerns to the appropriate contacts.Follow all site-specific policies and procedures related to the front desk post in an educational environment.Minimum Requirements:
Must have at least 1 year of security experience.Must be at least 21 years of age.New Jersey Security Professional Guard Card is preferred.Experience with access control or badge systems is preferred.Comfortable using a computer or tablet 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 positionsSchedules that fit with your personal life goalsOngoing paid training programs and career growth opportunitiesEmployee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues, and much more...













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 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.













Requisition ID









2025-1375559














Keywords: Allied Universal, New Haven , Security Officer - Education Front Desk, Education / Teaching , Wayne, Connecticut

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