Security Officer Screening Specialist

Allied Universal • Norfolk, VA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer Screening Specialist in Norfolk, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Cruise Ops, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Join Allied Universal as a Screener at a dynamic cruise operations location, where you will help support security-related screening activities, monitor access points, and provide outstanding customer service to guests and staff. In this role, you will stay visible, communicate clearly, and contribute to a caring, agile, and reliable team that puts people first, values innovation, and acts with integrity every day.

Requirements

• Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Possess a TSA issued TWIC.
• 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.
• 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.
• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• X-ray screening experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service by carrying out security-related screening procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at a cruise operations location.
• Screen passengers, visitors, crew members, and personal belongings at designated access points, and report prohibited items, suspicious activity, and/or policy concerns to site leadership.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner while communicating clearly with guests, staff, and/or emergency personnel.
• Monitor entry and exit activity, verify access permissions as directed, and complete required logs, reports, and/or other documentation related to screening activity.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of screening areas, terminal access points, and nearby perimeter locations as assigned, with working environments and conditions varying 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.
• Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED