Security Officer Community Shelter Screening

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.

As a Security Officer Community Shelter Screening in Silver Spring, MD
, 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:  Join Allied Universal as a Screener at a government location, where you will help screen visitors, monitor access points, and support security-related operations with professionalism and care.

In this people-first role, you will remain visible, provide exceptional customer service and communication, and help to deter incidents through teamwork, integrity, and a reliable, innovative approach.

Position Type:
Part Time

Pay Rate: $22.09 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Day Time Sat 03:00 PM - 11:00 PM Sun 03:00 PM - 11:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service by carrying out site-specific screening procedures, access protocols, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a government location.
• Screen visitors, staff, and/or contractors entering the location by following established screening guidelines, checking identification, and reporting irregularities to site leadership.
• Monitor entry points and assist with controlling access to restricted areas to help support security-related operations and compliance with site policies.
• Respond to incidents, suspicious activity, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner while documenting observations and/or actions taken.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around designated areas and perimeter locations as assigned, noting conditions that may require follow-up or additional support.

Minimum Requirements:

• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Have at least 2 years of service in a healthcare or medical-related field.
• Have at least 5 years of security-related experience.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• A guard card or license is preferred.
• 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 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.

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:

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