Security Officer Screening Checkpoint Specialist

Allied Universal • Columbus, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer Screening Checkpoint Specialist in Columbus, OH, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. As a Screener with Allied Universal, you will help maintain a welcoming, secure environment at a higher education location by screening individuals and belongings, monitoring access points, and reporting security-related concerns. Your visible presence, professionalism, and strong communication skills will help discourage incidents while delivering outstanding service. Join an agile, reliable, and innovative team that puts people first, works together, and acts with integrity.

Requirements

• Possess 1+ years of security-related experience.
• 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 clients, students, visitors, and staff by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and, when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Screen individuals entering designated locations in accordance with site procedures, including verifying credentials and directing visitors as appropriate.
• Operate screening equipment and conduct permitted inspections of bags, packages, and other items in accordance with established procedures.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, promptly notifying appropriate site contacts and/or emergency personnel.
• Maintain accurate logs and reports related to access screening, unusual activity, incidents, and shift activities.

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