JOB DETAILS
Security Guard
CompanyAdamas Security
LocationBerkeley Heights
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 16, 2026
About The Company
Adamas Building Services is a leading residential building services company providing Concierge, Cleaning, Maintenance, Package Room, and Door Attendant talent that is "a cut above the rest." After all, Adamas means "diamond" in Latin. We are a passionate team of professionals who are committed to delivering the White Glove Service experience to our customers. Today, we are providing services in Hudson, Bergen, Morris, Monmouth and Middlesex Counties and we are growing! We are a woman-owned business and our executive team has more than 50 years of experience in hiring and managing hourly employees and more than 100 years of outsourcing professional services across industries. There is no other company in the marketplace today that has as much passion and commitment to putting our employees first. Yes, we said it. We put our employees first. Because when we put our employees first, our customers feel the difference in service levels. Curious? Interested? Visit our web site at www.adamasbuilding.com and reach out to us today to learn more about why we are the best at what we do!
About the Role
Description
Adamas Building Services is seeking a professional, alert, and physically capable Security Officer to join our team in Berkeley Heights, NJ. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong, confident, and commanding presence while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, customer service, and safety.
This position is well suited for an individual who is comfortable maintaining control of challenging situations, enforcing property rules, managing confrontational interactions, and responding decisively when necessary. Candidates should possess sound judgment, excellent situational awareness, and the ability to de-escalate conflicts while maintaining a safe and orderly environment.
Schedule: Open
Pay: $21 / Hour
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain a visible, professional security presence throughout the assigned property.
- Monitor access points, enforce property policies, and help prevent unauthorized access.
- Respond promptly and appropriately to disturbances, conflicts, and security incidents.
- Utilize effective verbal de-escalation and conflict-resolution techniques to manage difficult interactions.
- Demonstrate confidence and composure when dealing with aggressive, disruptive, or uncooperative individuals.
- Conduct routine patrols and remain attentive to potential safety and security concerns.
- Prepare accurate incident reports and communicate relevant concerns to management.
- Assist residents, visitors, employees, and guests while maintaining appropriate security boundaries.
- Follow established emergency response procedures and company protocols.
Qualifications
- Previous security, loss prevention, law enforcement, military, or related experience preferred.
- Experience in crowd management, access control, or handling confrontational situations is a plus.
- Strong situational awareness, sound judgment, and effective communication skills.
- Ability to maintain a confident, authoritative, and professional presence.
- Physically capable of performing essential job functions, including standing, walking, and conducting patrols for extended periods.
- Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions under pressure.
- Valid New Jersey security credentials or applicable licensing, as required for the position.
- Reliable, punctual, and committed to maintaining a high standard of professionalism.
Requirements
- Must be professional, reliable, and have excellent customer service skills.
- Ability to stand for long periods of time and conduct foot patrol and fix post
- Ability to prioritize tasks according to importance in a fast-paced environment.
- Dependable, punctual and able to work flexible working hours
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Must maintain professional appearance and comply with prescribed uniform policy.
- Must pass comprehensive background check
- Ability to work weekend and non-traditional holidays
Key Skills
SecurityConflict resolutionSituational awarenessAccess controlCustomer serviceIncident reportingDe-escalationPatrollingEmergency responseCommunication skillsCrowd management
Categories
Security & SafetyCustomer Service & Support
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Security Officer is responsible for maintaining a visible security presence, monitoring access points, and enforcing property policies. They must respond to security incidents, manage conflicts through de-escalation, and prepare accurate incident reports.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
148
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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