Screening Officer

Securitas, Inc.; Boydton (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Securitas, Inc. is seeking a Screening Officer to maintain security and safety at the assigned site. You will observe and report activities, use metal detectors and wands, and support service enhancements at a busy location.

Strong communication and English proficiency are essential as you work inside a construction-site environment. Responsibilities include monitoring checkpoint traffic, following breach procedures, and ensuring safety and policy compliance while handling sensitive information

Qualifications

• Must be able to speak, read, and write English.
• Excellent communication skills are required.
• High School Diploma or GED is required.

Responsibilities

• Read and apply Screening SOP.
• Monitor traffic flow through screening checkpoint(s).
• Perform handheld wand searches.
• Perform walkthrough metal detection searches.
• Follow security breach procedures and notify supervisors when needed.

Skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Metal detector operation

Job description

Screening Officer

Wage: $25.00-26.00/ hour

SUMMARY

Maintains security and safety of people and property in the assigned area. Observes and reports activities and incidents at an assigned client site. Duties will include the use of a wand and metal detectors, service enhancement, and training.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• The functions listed describe the business purpose of this job. Specific duties or tasks may vary and be documented separately. The employee might not be required to perform all functions listed. Additional duties may be assigned, and functions may be modified according to business necessity.
• Read and apply Screening SOP.
• Require datacenter personnel to utilize metal detection and/or wand for entrance to and exit of secure areas.
• Monitor traffic flow through screening checkpoint(s).
• Follow security breach procedures by notifying supervisors or other appropriate personnel when security breaches occur.
• Perform handheld wand searches.
• Perform walkthrough metal detection searches.
• Required to know and follow safe work practices and to be aware of company policies and procedures related to job safety, including safety rules and regulations. Employees are required to notify superiors upon becoming aware of unsafe working conditions.
• All functions, duties, or tasks are to be carried out in an honest, ethical, and professional manner and to be performed in conformance with applicable company policies and procedures. In the event of uncertainty or lack of knowledge of company policies and procedures, employees are required to request clarification or explanations from superiors or authorized company representatives.
• High Attention to Detail: Maintain a keen eye for detail.
• Construction Site Environment: This position is located inside an active construction site.
• Must have excellent communication skills and be professional.

MINIMUM HIRING STANDARDS:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a reliable means of communication.
• Must have a reliable means of transportation (public or private).
• Must have the ability to speak, read, and write English.
• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Must be willing to participate in the company’s pre-employment screening process, including drug screen and background investigation.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Work experience in the security industry, public service (police, fire), or military is desired.

COMPETENCIES (as demonstrated through experience, training, and/or testing):

• Must be able to meet and continue to meet any applicable state, county, and municipal licensing requirements for Security Officers.
• Knowledge of basic security and fire inspection procedures.
• Skill in verbal and written communication.
• Skill in observing situations and decision-making.
• Must be able to meet and continue to meet requirements for specific skills, certifications, or authorizations specified for the assigned accounts.
• Knowledge of security operations and procedures.
• Capable of learning a variety of security and safety devices.
• Ability to track and maintain schedule assignments.
• Ability to maintain professional composure when dealing with unusual circumstances.
• Basic computer skills are required.
• Oral and written communication skills. Must be able to read, write, and understand English.
• Strong customer service and service delivery orientation.
• Ability to interact effectively at various social levels and across diverse cultures.
• Ability to be an effective leader and member of project teams.
• Ability to take initiative and achieve results.
• Ability to carry out multiple assignments concurrently.
• Ability to adapt to changes in the external environment and organization.

WORKING CONDITIONS (Physical/Mental Demands):

With or without reasonable accommodation, requires the physical and mental capacity to perform all essential functions effectively. In addition to other demands, the demands of the job include:

• Maintaining composure in dealing with authorities, executives, clients, staff, and the public, occasionally under conditions of urgency and in pressure situations.
• Must undergo and meet company standards for background and reference checks, controlled substance testing, and behavioral selection survey.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently.
• Standing for hours at a time.
• Sitting for hours at a time.
• Handling and being exposed to sensitive and confidential information.
• Regular talking and hearing.
• Walking, reaching with hands and arms, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling.
• Close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.

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