Security Officer Screening Specialist

Allied Universal; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Universal, North America's leading security and facility services company, seeks a Security Officer Screening Specialist in Miami, FL. You will screen visitors, monitor access points, and maintain a welcoming, secure environment at a government location, while enforcing site policies and reporting concerns. Position Type: Full Time.

Pay Rate: $22.53 per hour. You will perform regular patrols, respond calmly to incidents, and help deter security incidents as part of a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of security-related experience.
• Minimum 1 year of armed security-related, law enforcement, or military experience.
• Possess a college degree.
• A guard card or license is preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check required per federal/state/local laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and the public while conducting screening procedures and enforcing site policies.
• Screen individuals and belongings using screening equipment; report concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Control access by verifying credentials, directing visitors, and recording entries.
• Respond calmly to incidents and emergencies; notify supervisors and emergency services as needed.
• Conduct regular patrols of screening areas, entrances, and perimeters to deter unauthorized activity.

Skills

Customer service

Screening procedures

Access control

Education

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 Screening Specialist in Miami, 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 help maintain a welcoming, secure environment by screening visitors, monitoring access points, identifying potential concerns, and communicating clearly with the public and site personnel. Your visible presence and professional service will help deter security-related incidents while supporting daily operations. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable team, where caring for people, teamwork, innovation, and integrity guide every shift.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $22.53 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon07:00 AM - 05:30 PMTue07:00 AM - 06:00 PMWed03:00 PM - 11:00 PMSun07:00 AM - 03:00 PM

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 belongings using assigned screening equipment and established procedures; identify prohibited items and report concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Control access to designated areas by verifying credentials, directing visitors, and maintaining accurate entry records as required.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; notify supervisors and emergency services when appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned screening areas, entrances, and surrounding perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity and report suspicious conditions.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Have at least 1 year of armed security-related, law enforcement, or military experience.
• Possess a college degree.
• A guard card or license is preferred.
• Alarm panel experience 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.

Florida State Security Agency License No. B8500287

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.