Security Officer Shelter Entry Screener

About the role

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 Shelter Entry Screener in Silver Spring, MD, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government. 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.

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.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of service in a healthcare or medical-related field.
• At least 5 years of security-related experience.
• Guard Card or license preferred.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Access control and badge experience preferred.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws as a condition of employment.
• Subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law as a condition of employment.
• Licensing requirements subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
• Valid driver’s license required for driving positions only.

Benefits

• Smart Tools: Access to exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Career Growth: Paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Financial Benefits: Participation in retirement savings plan.
• Exclusive Perks: Discounts on top brands and services through the Perks Program.

Pay

$22.09 per hour.

Schedule

Part-time. Saturday and Sunday, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM.