Security Officer - Screening Associate

Allied Universal • Sterling, VA

5d • 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 Screening Associate in Sterling, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Financial Institutions, and more. Join Allied Universal as a Screener in a professional financial institution location, where you will help monitor access points, conduct routine patrols, and remain visible to help deter security-related incidents. This role offers the opportunity to deliver outstanding customer service and communication while supporting a caring, agile, and reliable team that puts people first and acts with integrity every day.

Requirements

• Have at least 2 years of law enforcement, military police, or corrections experience.
• Provide proof of a high school diploma or GED as required by the client.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• 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.
• 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

• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or appropriate emergency response activities at a financial institution location.
• Screen visitors, employees, and/or vendors entering the location by checking identification, managing access points, and reporting unusual activity or policy concerns.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and communicate with site contacts and/or emergency personnel as needed.
• Monitor entry areas, lobbies, and other assigned spaces to help support orderly operations and help to deter unauthorized access.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter, noting security-related concerns and documenting observations according to site procedures.

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