Security Officer Entry Screening Specialist

Allied Universal • Columbus, OH

1d • 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. As a Security Officer Entry Screening Specialist in Columbus, OH, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. As a Screener at a busy educational location, you will help support a welcoming environment by screening visitors, monitoring activity, and assisting with access and security-related concerns. This role combines strong communication, professionalism, and customer service while helping to identify issues and support daily operations. At Allied Universal, you will be part of a caring, agile, and reliable team that puts people first and acts with integrity.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of security-related experience is required.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff, and/or guests by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Screen individuals entering the location in accordance with site procedures, checking access permissions and reporting concerns to site leadership and/or emergency personnel as needed.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and sharing relevant information with appropriate contacts.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the location and perimeter; working environments and conditions may vary by site.

Benefits

• Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Enjoy 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
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees