Security Officer Full Time Screening Specialist

Overview

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.

Job Description

As a Security Officer Full Time Screening Specialist in West Palm Beach, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As a Screener at a government location, you will help maintain a secure environment by screening visitors, belongings, and authorized items using established procedures and screening equipment. You will remain attentive, communicate professionally with the public and agency personnel, and promptly report security-related concerns. Join Allied Universal, where teamwork, integrity, reliability, and a people-first culture support meaningful work in your community.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $19.85 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon07:00 AM - 04:00 PMTue07:00 AM - 04:00 PMWed07:00 AM - 04:00 PMThur07:00 AM - 04:00 PMFri07:00 AM - 04:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and members of the public while carrying out site-specific screening procedures and security-related policies at a government location.
• Screen individuals and personal property using assigned screening equipment and established procedures; identify prohibited or unauthorized items and follow escalation protocols.
• Verify access credentials, direct visitors to appropriate entry points, and maintain orderly flow through designated screening areas.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; promptly notify appropriate personnel and document observations.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned entry areas and surrounding perimeter, as directed, to help deter unauthorized access and report unusual activity.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess 3+ years of combined law enforcement, military, or security-related experience, or a college degree.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• A state, county, or city-issued security-related license is preferred.
• X-ray screening experience is preferred.
• 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.

Why Join Us:

• 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 and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

Florida State Security Agency License No. B8500287

Closing

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.

Requisition ID

2026-1679873