Security Officer Shelter Entry Screener

Allied Universal; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Retirement savings plan

Perks Program

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a part-time Security Officer Shelter Entry Screener in Silver Spring, MD. You will support government and other facilities with entry screening, credential verification, and customer service, ensuring a welcoming yet secure environment.

Schedule includes daytime shifts on weekends and weekdays with a pay rate of $22.09 per hour. Responsibilities include handling screening equipment, maintaining logs, responding to incidents calmly, and patrolling perimeters.

Qualifications

• Have at least 2 years of service in a healthcare or medical-related field.
• Have at least 5 years of security-related experience.
• A Guard Card or license is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and contractors while carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, access-control policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Screen individuals and personal property using assigned screening equipment and established procedures; identify prohibited items and report concerns to appropriate site personnel.
• Verify visitor credentials, direct guests to designated entry points, and maintain accurate logs and screening-related documentation.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established escalation and notification procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned areas and the perimeter, reporting unusual conditions and access concerns.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Security procedures

Documentation

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Badge access systems

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 Shelter Entry Screener in Silver Spring, MD, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As a Screener at a government location, you will support access screening operations, monitor entry points, verify credentials, and communicate professionally with visitors and staff. Your visible presence and attention to detail will help deter security-related incidents while contributing to a welcoming environment. Join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, integrity, and a caring culture put people first.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $22.09 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeSat07:00 AM - 03:00 PMSun07:00 AM - 03:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and contractors while carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, access-control policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Screen individuals and personal property using assigned screening equipment and established procedures; identify prohibited items and report concerns to appropriate site personnel.
• Verify visitor credentials, direct guests to designated entry points, and maintain accurate logs and screening-related documentation.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established escalation and notification procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned areas and the perimeter, reporting unusual conditions and access concerns.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 2 years of service in a healthcare or medical-related field.
• Have at least 5 years of security-related experience.
• A Guard Card or license is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• 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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• 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.

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.