Security Officer Visitor Screening

Alliedbarton Security Services

West Palm Beach (FL)

On-site

USD 41,000 - 44,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Officer Visitor Screening in West Palm Beach, FL to protect clients at a government location. You will screen visitors, monitor access points, report security concerns, and provide courteous customer service using tablet systems.

This full-time role requires prior security or related experience, ability to lift 20 pounds, and a high school diploma. Training and growth opportunities are offered with a comprehensive benefits program.

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of combined law enforcement, military, or 5+ years security experience.
  • Comfort using a computer or tablet.
  • Customer service experience preferred.
  • CPR certification preferred.
  • Ability to lift more than 20 pounds.
  • Age: 18+ for unarmed; 21+ for armed roles.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Background check required by law.
  • Drug screen required.
  • Licensing requirements may apply.
  • Driver's license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

  • Provide customer service to visitors and employees by conducting screening procedures and directing as needed.
  • Screen individuals and belongings using screening equipment and report prohibited items or irregularities.
  • Verify access credentials and direct visitors to appropriate areas.
  • Respond to incidents calmly following escalation procedures.
  • Conduct regular patrols of entry areas and surrounding grounds.

Skills

Customer service
Computer literacy
Physical fitness

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 Visitor 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 secure environment by screening visitors, monitoring access points, identifying and reporting security-related concerns, and providing courteous customer service. You will use computer or tablet systems to document activity and communicate with team members and site personnel. Join Allied Universal, where agile, reliable, and innovative teams put people first and act with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $19.85 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeTue07:00 AM - 04:00 PMWed07:00 AM - 04:00 PMThur07:00 AM - 04:00 PMFri07:00 AM - 04:00 PM

What You'll Do:

  • Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and members of the public by carrying out site-specific screening procedures, policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a government location.
  • Screen individuals and personal belongings using assigned screening equipment and established procedures, reporting prohibited items or irregularities to appropriate personnel.
  • Verify access credentials, direct visitors to appropriate areas, and maintain orderly entry points in accordance with site requirements.
  • Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established escalation and reporting procedures.
  • Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned entry areas, surrounding grounds, and perimeter to help identify and report unusual activity or conditions.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Possess 3+ years of combined law enforcement, military, or 5 years security-related experience, or a criminal justice.
  • Be comfortable using a computer or tablet, preferred.
  • Have customer service experience, preferred.
  • Hold CPR certification, preferred.
  • Be able to lift more than 20 pounds, 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.

Requisition ID

2026-1693671

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