Security Officer - Screening Post

Allied Universal • Rockville, MD

22h • $21 • Onsite

About The Position

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 Post in Rockville, 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. Join Allied Universal as a Screener at a government location where you will welcome visitors, screen entries, and help maintain orderly access to the facility. You will monitor assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, stay visible to help reduce security-related incidents, and communicate clearly with staff and the public. Our agile, reliable, and innovative teams put people first, deliver through teamwork, and act with integrity every day. Position Type: Part Time Pay Rate: $21.45 / Hour Job Schedule: Day Time Mon 01:45 PM - 08:30 PM Tue 01:45 PM - 08:30 PM Wed 01:45 PM - 08:30 PM

Requirements

• Have at least 2 years of security-related experience.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients at a government location by following security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities.
• Screen visitors, staff, and deliveries as required, including checking identification, verifying authorization, and directing individuals to appropriate entry points.
• Operate and monitor screening equipment and processes such as walk-through detection, hand-held screening, and property inspection, reporting prohibited items and/or policy violations per post orders.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating to appropriate personnel and documenting actions taken.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of entry areas, interior corridors, and perimeter zones as assigned to help to deter unauthorized access and/or suspicious activity.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED