Security Officer Hospital

Allied Universal • Harrisonburg, VA

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 Screener in Harrisonburg, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Healthcare, and more. As a Screener in a healthcare location, you will help monitor entry points, greet patients and visitors, and support screening procedures that promote a welcoming environment. This role combines strong customer service, communication, and attention to detail while helping with routine patrols and a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents. At Allied Universal, you will be part of an agile, reliable, and innovative team that puts people first.

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

• A guard card or license is preferred.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• Experience with handcuffs, pepper spray, and/or baton is preferred.
• An armed guard card or license is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to patients, visitors, staff, and vendors by carrying out site-specific procedures, screening protocols, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Screen individuals entering the location in accordance with healthcare site policies, which may include directing foot traffic, verifying credentials, and communicating entry requirements.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, reporting concerns and unusual activity to appropriate personnel.
• Support access control and other security-related functions at designated entry points, helping to deter unauthorized access and/or disruptions within the location.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter as assigned, noting security-related concerns and assisting with follow-up actions based on site procedures.

Benefits

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