Security Screener – Government Facility | Growth & Benefits

Allied Universal; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career growth

Health benefits

Perks program

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking an experienced Security Officer to support screening operations at a government facility in West Palm Beach, FL. You will operate screening equipment, verify IDs, and maintain visitor logs while delivering courteous customer service to staff and the public.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, calm incident handling, and adherence to post orders, with a full-time schedule and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• X-ray screening experience is preferred.
• Be at least 21+ years of age for role.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check required by law; drug screen may be required.
• Driver’s license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and the public while carrying out site-specific screening procedures at a government facility.
• Screen individuals and belongings using screening equipment; report prohibited items.
• Verify identification and access authorizations per post orders.
• Respond calmly to alarms and incidents; notify appropriate personnel and responders.
• Maintain activity logs and incident documentation; inspect screening areas.

Skills

Customer service

Screening experience

Identification verification

Incident reporting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Criminal justice degree

Tools

Computer/tablet proficiency

Job description

Allied Universal is seeking an experienced Security Officer to support screening operations at a government facility in West Palm Beach, FL. You will operate screening equipment, verify IDs, and maintain visitor logs while delivering courteous customer service to staff and the public.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, calm incident handling, and adherence to post orders, with a full-time schedule and competitive pay.