Screening Security Officers

Securitas Global Clients America; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employer-Provided Medical Insurance

Dental Coverage

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Securitas Global Clients America is seeking a Screening Officer to maintain safety and security at our Ashburn site. Key responsibilities include monitoring entry points and evaluating safety issues while providing exceptional customer service.

The ideal candidate must meet licensing requirements for security officers and possess strong communication skills. Join us in a role that emphasizes professionalism and a commitment to safety.

Qualifications

• Must meet licensing requirements for security officers as per local, county, and state regulations.
• Knowledge of security operations, fire inspection procedures, and various safety devices.
• Ability to track and maintain schedule assignments.

Responsibilities

• Identify security shortfalls and recommend enhancements.
• Monitor traffic flow through screening checkpoints.
• Perform searches for entry and exit from secure areas.

Skills

Strong customer service

Basic computer skills

Strong oral and written communication

Ability to interact across cultures

Initiative-driven

Education

Licensing requirements for security officers

Job description

Job Summary

The Screening Officer maintains security and safety of people and property at the site, identifying and escalating issues according to policies and procedures. This role emphasizes strong customer service, access control, loss prevention, incident response, observation, and reporting for safety and security incidents.

Competitive Benefits Include

• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employer-Provided Medical Insurance
• Dental Coverage
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Optional Voluntary Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) for Vacation and Sick Leave

Essential Functions

• Evaluate and elevate potential safety issues within the facility.
• Identify security shortfalls and provide recommendations to enhance the security program.
• Read and apply Screening Standard Operating Procedures.
• Monitor traffic flow through screening checkpoint(s).
• Require data center personnel to undergo metal detection and/or wand searches for entry and exit from secure areas.
• Perform handheld wand searches and walk‑through metal detection searches.
• Follow safe work practices and company policies related to job safety; notify supervisor of unsafe conditions.
• Perform duties in an honest, ethical, and professional manner, adhering to company policies and procedures.

Special Requirements

• Able to work during daytime, evening, weekend, and holiday hours.

Qualifications

• Must meet licensing requirements for security officers as per local, county, and state regulations.
• Must meet specific skills, certifications, and authorizations for assigned accounts.
• Knowledge of security operations, fire inspection procedures, and various security and safety devices.
• Ability to track and maintain schedule assignments.
• Maintain professional composure in unusual circumstances.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service and service delivery orientation.
• Ability to interact effectively across all levels and cultures.
• Initiative‑driven with the ability to achieve results.
• Manage multiple assignments concurrently.
• Adaptability to changes in the external environment and organization.
• Exercise independent judgment and decision‑making skills.

Securitas is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.