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Security Officer Patrol Credentialing

Newark, New Jersey Position Type: Full Time Shift Type: Afternoon Req ID: 2026-1635311 Work Days Available: Monday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday Date posted: 07/16/2026
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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.




As a Security Officer Patrol Credentialing in Newark, NJ, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. Join Allied Universal at a fast-paced logistics and distribution location, where you will monitor assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, and remain visible to help deter security-related incidents. This role offers the opportunity to support access activity, provide outstanding customer service, and communicate clearly with staff and visitors while working with a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, and driven by integrity.


Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $21.26 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTime
Mon03:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Fri03:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Sat03:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Sun03:00 PM - 11:30 PM

What You'll Do:

  • Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and/or drivers by following site-specific procedures, access protocols, and other security-related policies at a logistics and distribution location.
  • Respond to incidents, alarms, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and communicate with site contacts and/or emergency responders when appropriate.
  • Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols throughout the facility, warehouse areas, parking lots, loading zones, and perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and report unusual conditions.
  • Monitor entry and exit activity involving personnel, visitors, and/or delivery traffic, verify credentials and/or documentation as directed by site procedures, and document security-related incidents and daily activities.
  • Support shipping and receiving operations by observing high-traffic areas, reporting damaged gates, doors, lighting, and/or other site concerns, and assisting with emergency response activities when needed.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Be at least 21 years of age.
  • Access Control and/or badge experience is preferred.
  • The ability to lift up to 20 lbs is preferred.
  • X-Ray screening experience is preferred.
  • A Guard Card and/or license 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.



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.


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