Screening Security Officers

Securitas, Inc.; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan

Medical Insurance

Dental Coverage

Life Insurance

Voluntary Life & Disability

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Securitas, Inc. is seeking Screening Security Officers to maintain safety and security at the site, emphasizing customer service, access control, and incident reporting.

The role focuses on observing, identifying issues, and enforcing procedures, with weekly pay and benefits including medical, dental, and retirement plans. Candidates must meet local licensing requirements and be able to work daytime, evening, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must meet licensing requirements for security officers per local/state regulations.
• Must meet specific skills, certifications, and authorizations for assigned accounts.
• Knowledge of security operations, fire inspection procedures, and various safety devices.
• Ability to track and maintain schedule assignments.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and customer service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and streamline 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 checkpoints.
• Perform handheld wand searches and walk-through metal detection searches.

Skills

Customer service

Observation

Security operations

Written communication

Scheduling

Education

Security officer license

Tools

Access control systems

Metal detector

Job description

Screening Security Officers Wage: $23.00/ hour

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.

• Weekly pay.
• Growth opportunities within the company.
• Health, dental, vision, and more!
• Employee referral bonus program.

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 streamline 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.

Competencies:

• 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.