Security Officer Entry Screening

Allied Universal; Dover (DE); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Allied Universal in Dover, DE is seeking a Part-Time Security Officer (Entry Screening). The role focuses on screening visitors, verifying credentials, and maintaining a welcoming, secure environment at a government location. You will support daily security operations and help deter incidents while delivering strong customer service.

Flexible scheduling is available via the Claim a Shift platform. Pay is $17.34 per hour, with day and night shifts listed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check conducted in accordance with applicable laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may be required per state/local laws.
• A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and the public while carrying out screening procedures at a government location.
• Screen individuals and belongings using screening equipment; report prohibited items and suspicious activity.
• Verify access credentials and direct visitors to appropriate locations.
• Respond to incidents in a calm, problem-solving manner per procedures.
• Conduct regular patrols of screening areas and entry points.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

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.

Job Description

As a Security Officer Entry Screening in Dover, DE, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. As a Screener supporting a government location, you will help maintain a secure, welcoming environment by monitoring access points, screening visitors and belongings, verifying credentials, and communicating clearly with staff and the public. You will remain visible to help deter security-related incidents while delivering exceptional customer service. Join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, care, and integrity guide everything we do.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $17.34 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeSat09:00 PM - 05:00 AMSun09:00 PM - 05:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and members of the public while carrying out screening procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at a government location.
• Screen individuals and their belongings using assigned screening equipment and established procedures; report prohibited items, suspicious activity, and policy violations to appropriate personnel.
• Verify access credentials and direct visitors to appropriate locations in accordance with site access requirements.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner, following established reporting and escalation procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned screening areas, entry points, and surrounding perimeter; working environments and conditions may vary by location.

Minimum Requirements:

• 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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

Closing

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.

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