Security Officer Courthouse

Allied Universal • San Luis Obispo, CA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer Courthouse in San Luis Obispo, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As a Screener in a government courthouse location, you will help maintain a secure and welcoming environment by operating X-ray screening equipment, monitoring access points, and communicating professionally with visitors and staff. Your visible presence and attention to detail will help deter incidents while supporting orderly daily operations. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and innovative team, where a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity guide everything we do.

Requirements

• 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

• X-ray screening experience is preferred.
• Possession of a guard card or license is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, court staff, and the public by carrying out site-specific screening procedures, access policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Screen individuals and personal property entering the courthouse using assigned screening equipment and procedures; identify prohibited items and follow established notification and documentation protocols.
• Maintain a professional, calm, and courteous presence at screening checkpoints while directing visitors, answering general questions, and supporting orderly entry into the facility.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, coordinating with court personnel and law enforcement as directed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned public areas, entry points, and the facility perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity and report security-related concerns.

Benefits

• Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

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