Security Officer Experienced Screening

Allied Universal; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal in West Palm Beach, FL is seeking an experienced Security Officer to perform screening and access control at a government facility. You will operate screening equipment, verify badges, and respond to incidents while delivering professional customer service.

The role offers full-time hours with a daytime schedule and a pay rate of $19.85 per hour. Candidates should have 3+ years of related experience or a criminal justice degree, and must pass background checks and drug screening

Qualifications

• 3+ years of combined law enforcement, military, or 5 years of security-related experience, or a college degree in criminal justice.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and/or members of the public while carrying out site-specific screening procedures and security-related policies at a government facility.
• Screen individuals and their belongings using assigned screening equipment and established procedures; identify prohibited items and report findings to appropriate site personnel.
• Verify identification, credentials, and/or access authorizations in accordance with post orders and facility requirements.
• Respond to alarms, incidents, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner; promptly notify appropriate personnel and emergency responders as directed.
• Maintain accurate activity logs and incident documentation, and conduct assigned inspections of screening areas and nearby access points.

Skills

Customer service

Screening procedures

X-ray screening

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Criminal justice degree (college degree)

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 Experienced Screening in West Palm Beach, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As a Screener in a government location, you will operate screening equipment, monitor access points, and help identify prohibited items or potential concerns. You will maintain a professional presence, communicate clearly with visitors and team members, and provide courteous customer service while supporting orderly operations. Join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity guide our people-first culture.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $19.85 / Hour

Job Schedule: DayTimeTue07:00 AM - 04:00 PMWed07:00 AM - 04:00 PMThur07:00 AM - 04:00 PMFri07:00 AM - 04:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and/or members of the public while carrying out site-specific screening procedures and security-related policies at a government facility.
• Screen individuals and their belongings using assigned screening equipment and established procedures; identify prohibited items and report findings to appropriate site personnel.
• Verify identification, credentials, and/or access authorizations in accordance with post orders and facility requirements.
• Respond to alarms, incidents, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner; promptly notify appropriate personnel and emergency responders as directed.
• Maintain accurate activity logs and incident documentation, and conduct assigned inspections of screening areas and nearby access points.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess 3+ years of combined law enforcement, military, or 5 years of security-related experience, or a college degree in criminal justice.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• X-ray screening experience is preferred.
• Be at least 21+ years of age for role.
• 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 and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• 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.