Security Officer - Screening Specialist

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.

As a Security Officer Screening Specialist in Palm Beach Gardens, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as a Screener at a government location, where you will help monitor entry points, screen visitors and property, and support daily access control operations. You will maintain a visible presence, report security-related concerns, and provide professional customer service and communication. In our agile, reliable, and innovative team, you will put people first, work with integrity, and contribute through teamwork.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $19.45 / Hour

Job Schedule:

What You'll Do:

Provide customer service by carrying out screening procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at a government location.
• Screen visitors, staff, and/or personal items in accordance with site procedures, documenting and reporting unusual activity or prohibited items through established protocols.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating concerns to the appropriate personnel when needed.
• Monitor entry points and help to deter unauthorized access by verifying identification, screening access credentials, and/or directing people to the proper location.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around designated areas and the perimeter as assigned, remaining aware that working environments and conditions may vary by location.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess 3+ years of combined law enforcement, military, or security-related experience, or a college degree in criminal justice.
• Client requires proof of high school diploma or GED.
• Be 21+ years of age.
• Guard card is required.
• Ability to lift more than 20 lbs is preferred.
• A state, county, or city issued security professional license is preferred.
• 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.

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.

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