Security Officer Full Time Screening Coordinator

Allied Universal; Chester (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal in Chester, VA is seeking a Security Officer Full Time Screening Coordinator to help safeguard people and property. You will screen visitors, verify credentials, and monitor access points at a technology/logistics site, delivering friendly, professional service.

This role emphasizes visibility, calm response to incidents, and strict adherence to procedures. A high school diploma is required; CPR/First Aid and guard license preferred. Shifts include afternoon and evening hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Guard card/license preferred.
• Background check required by law.
• Driver's license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and contractors by carrying out site-specific screening procedures and policies.
• Screen persons and belongings entering designated areas in accordance with procedures and escalate prohibited items.
• Verify access credentials and maintain screening records; report access concerns to site contacts.
• Respond to incidents and alarms calmly, following emergency procedures and notifying appropriate personnel.
• Conduct regular patrols of screening areas and entry points to deter unauthorized access.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Screening procedures

Visitor management

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 Full Time Screening Coordinator in Chester, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. As a Screener at a dynamic technology, media, and telecommunications location, you will help maintain a welcoming, secure environment by screening visitors and personnel, monitoring access points, and reporting security-related concerns. Your visible presence and exceptional communication skills will help deter incidents while supporting a positive experience. Join Allied Universal, where agile, reliable, innovative teams put people first and act with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $19.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeTue02:00 PM - 10:00 PMWed02:00 PM - 10:00 PMThur02:00 PM - 10:00 PMFri06:00 AM - 02:00 PM

What You’ll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, delivery personnel, and/or contractors at a technology and logistics location by carrying out site-specific screening procedures and policies.
• Screen persons, packages, and/or belongings entering designated areas in accordance with established procedures, escalating prohibited or questionable items as directed.
• Verify access credentials and visitor authorization, maintain accurate screening-related records, and communicate access concerns to site contacts and Allied Universal leadership.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following emergency response procedures and notifying appropriate personnel.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned screening areas, entry points, and surrounding perimeter to help deter unauthorized access and report unusual activity.

Minimum Requirements:

• A guard card or license is preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification is preferred.
• 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.

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.