Security Officer - Alarm Panel Patrol

About the role

Allied Universal, a security and facility services company, is hiring a full-time Security Officer (Alarm Panel Patrol) in Piscataway, NJ. The officer serves and safeguards clients across a range of industries, including retail and malls, by monitoring and patrolling assigned areas, keeping a visible presence to deter security incidents and providing customer service to guests and team members.

Key responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, guests and retail associates by carrying out security procedures, site-specific policies and emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Respond to incidents, customer concerns and critical situations calmly and professionally.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of the retail location, including sales areas, entrances, stock areas and the surrounding perimeter.
• Monitor access points and report unusual conditions or policy concerns to the appropriate personnel.
• Help maintain a professional, welcoming environment and deter theft, unauthorized access and disruptive behavior.

Required profile

• At least 18 years of age for unarmed roles (21+ for armed roles).
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred: customer service experience, comfort with a computer or tablet, a state, county or city security license, alarm panel experience and CPR certification.
• Subject to a background investigation and a drug screen to the extent permitted by law; licensing requirements may be needed before employment.

What we offer

• Pay of $20.96 per hour, with day shifts Monday through Sunday from 6:45 AM to 3:15 PM.
• Access to technology to view and claim additional shifts.
• Paid training and career growth opportunities.
• Retirement savings plan and medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D and disability insurance.
• Discounts on brands and services through the Perks Program.