Security Officer Full Time Entry Screening

Allied Universal; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Health and retirement benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Full Time Entry Screening in Columbus, OH to safeguard clients across various industries. You will screen individuals and items, monitor access points, and assist with campus safety while delivering professional service to students, staff, and visitors.

This full-time role emphasizes a welcoming environment, teamwork, and integrity. The paid shift pattern includes late afternoon to early evening hours, and candidates must meet the minimum

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of security-related experience.
• Must be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check as required by law.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may apply by state/local laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service by carrying out security-related procedures and site policies.
• Screen individuals, visitors, and permitted items entering the location.
• Operate screening equipment and report prohibited items or policy concerns.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations calmly and effectively.
• Maintain accurate screening logs and communicate with visitors and staff.

Skills

Customer service

Screening procedures

Emergency response

Log keeping

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Screening equipment

Job description

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.

As a Security Officer Full Time Entry Screening in Columbus, OH, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. As a Screener with Allied Universal, you will support a welcoming campus environment by screening individuals and belongings, monitoring access points, and communicating professionally with students, staff, and visitors. Your visible presence will help deter security-related incidents while supporting a positive experience for the campus community. Join an agile, reliable, and innovative team that puts people first, delivers through teamwork, and acts with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $19.75 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon 01:45 PM - 08:00 PM
• Tue 01:45 PM - 08:00 PM
• Fri 01:45 PM - 08:00 PM
• Sat 05:45 AM - 01:45 PM
• Sun 05:45 AM - 01:45 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Screen individuals, visitors, and permitted items entering the location in accordance with site procedures and access requirements.
• Operate screening equipment and conduct visual inspections as directed, reporting prohibited items, irregularities, and policy concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner.
• Maintain accurate screening-related logs and communicate professionally with visitors, staff, and emergency responders.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• 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 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.

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.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.