Security Officer Security Screening

Allied Universal • Lexington, KY

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About The Position

As a Security Officer Security Screening in Lexington, KY, you will serve and safeguard clients in the education industry and other settings. In an educational location, you will help support a welcoming, secure environment by operating screening equipment, monitoring access points, and identifying prohibited items. You will interact professionally with students, staff, and visitors while maintaining a visible presence and communicating observations to appropriate personnel. The role is full-time and pays $19.00 per hour.

The schedule is Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Applicants are subject to background investigation and drug screening as permitted by law. Licensing requirements may apply under state or local laws and may be required before employment. A valid driver's license is required for driving positions only.

Requirements

• At least one year of security-related experience.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles or 21 or older for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Applicants are subject to a background investigation in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Applicants are subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may apply under state and local laws and regulations.
• A valid driver's license is required for driving positions only.

Nice To Haves

• Customer service experience.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet.
• X-ray screening experience.
• Ability to lift more than 20 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to students, faculty, staff, visitors, and contractors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Screen individuals entering designated campus facilities using established access-control and screening procedures, and communicate professionally about entry requirements and prohibited items.
• Observe and report suspicious activity, policy violations, hazards, and access concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations calmly, follow site-specific protocols, and escalate concerns as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned campus areas and surrounding perimeters, as assigned, to deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.

Benefits

• Access to technology to view and claim additional shifts.
• Paid training and career growth opportunities.
• Access to a retirement savings plan.
• Medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Discounts on brands and services through the Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED