Security Officer Full Time Entry Screening

Allied Universal; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Full Time Entry Screening in West Palm Beach, FL. This role involves screening visitors and belongings at a government location, providing excellent customer service, and maintaining a secure, orderly environment.

The position requires a strong safety mindset, ability to work a consistent schedule, and commitment to public service. Training and career growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of combined law enforcement, military, or 5 years of security-related experience.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• Guard card is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• State/local security license preferred.
• Ability to lift more than 20 lbs preferred.
• Background check and drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff, and the public while conducting site-specific screening.
• Screen individuals and belongings; identify prohibited items and report accordingly.
• Verify identification and access authorization; direct visitors per procedures.
• Respond calmly to incidents and alarms; document activities as required.
• Maintain awareness of access points to deter unauthorized entry.

Skills

Customer service

Screening procedures

Emergency response

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Criminal justice degree (optional)

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 West Palm Beach, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As a Screener at a government location, you will help maintain a professional, welcoming environment by screening visitors and belongings, monitoring access points, and reporting security-related concerns. You will provide exceptional customer service, communicate clearly with the public and onsite personnel, and support a caring culture built on teamwork and integrity. Join Allied Universal to bring agility, reliability, and innovation to a meaningful public-service role.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $19.85 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon: 07:00 AM - 04:00 PM
• Tue: 07:00 AM - 04:00 PM
• Wed: 07:00 AM - 04:00 PM
• Thur: 07:00 AM - 04:00 PM
• Fri: 07:00 AM - 04:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff, and members of the public while carrying out site-specific screening procedures, policies, and emergency response activities at a government location.
• Screen individuals and their belongings using assigned screening equipment and procedures; identify prohibited or unauthorized items and follow established reporting protocols.
• Verify identification, credentials, and authorization for entry into designated areas; direct visitors to appropriate locations in accordance with site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, notifying appropriate personnel and documenting activities as required.
• Maintain awareness of access points and surrounding areas to help deter unauthorized entry and support a professional, orderly environment.

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.
• Guard card is required.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• A state, county, or city-issued security-related license is preferred.
• Ability to lift more than 20 lbs 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.

Florida State Security Agency License No. B8500287

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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