Security Officer Screening Specialist

Allied Universal • Franklin Township, NJ

21h • $18 • 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 Specialist in Somerset, NJ, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. Join Allied Universal as a Screener at a dynamic logistics location, where you will help monitor access points, perform screening procedures, observe activity for security-related concerns, and support a professional, welcoming atmosphere. This role offers the chance to provide strong customer service and communication while working with a team that values being agile, reliable, innovative, caring, and acting with integrity.

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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff, and drivers by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities appropriate to the location.
• Screen individuals, bags, packages, and/or personal items at designated entry points in accordance with site procedures and access control requirements.
• Monitor entrances, loading areas, and screening stations to help identify unauthorized access, prohibited items, and/or unusual activity, and report concerns to the appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner while documenting observations and supporting site response protocols.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business, perimeter, and key access points, with working environments and conditions varying by location.

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