Security Officer - Security Screener - Lower Manhattan
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 - Security Screener in Lower Manhattan, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, 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. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. Join Allied Universal at a government location where you will support entrance screening operations and help maintain an orderly, welcoming environment for visitors and staff. As a Screener, you will conduct security-related screening, observe activity, and communicate clearly to help reduce incidents while providing professional customer service. You will work with a team that is agile, reliable, and innovative, backed by a caring culture that puts people first and acts with integrity.
Requirements
- Have a minimum of 2 years of security-related experience.
- Provide proof of a high school diploma or GED as required by the client.
- Be at least 21 years of age.
- 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
- X-Ray screening experience is preferred.
- Ability to lift more than 20 pounds is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at a government facility entry point.
- Screen visitors, staff, and/or vendors by conducting bag checks, using walk-through and handheld screening equipment, and verifying identification and access authorization as required by post orders.
- Control access by managing entry and exit points, directing visitor flow, issuing visitor credentials when authorized, and communicating entry requirements in a professional manner.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including handling prohibited items per site procedures and notifying supervision and/or appropriate authorities.
- Complete required activity logs, incident reports, and screening documentation, and communicate observations that may help to deter unauthorized access and/or policy violations.
Benefits
- Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
- Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
- Financial Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
- Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
