Security Officer TWIC Required

Allied Universal • Norfolk, VA

3d • 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 TWIC 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. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. Join Allied Universal as a Screener in a dynamic cruise terminal location, where you will help monitor access points, conduct screening activities, and support security-related operations for guests, crew, and visitors. You will remain visible, provide exceptional customer service and communication, and work with a team that values agility, reliability, innovation, caring, and integrity in every interaction.

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

• Being comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Customer service experience 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/or personal property entering designated areas, following posted procedures and reporting concerns to site leadership.
• Respond to incidents, access concerns, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner while maintaining professional communication with guests and staff.
• Monitor entry points, verify required credentials or travel documents as directed, and help to deter unauthorized access to restricted areas.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around screening areas, terminal spaces, and perimeter locations as assigned, noting unusual activity and documenting observations.

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