Security Officer - Alarm Panel Screener

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 - Alarm Panel Screener in Rockville, MD, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As a Screener with Allied Universal at a prominent government location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, helping to deter security-related incidents while providing a welcoming presence for visitors and staff. You will conduct routine patrols, maintain visibility, and deliver outstanding customer service, all while upholding our values of teamwork, reliability, and integrity. Join us to make a meaningful impact through your professionalism and commitment to creating a secure environment.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $21.45 / Hour

Job Schedule:

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.

What You'll Do:

• Greet visitors and employees in a professional manner, verifying identification and/or credentials as required by site-specific policies.
• Screen individuals entering the government location by following established security-related procedures, including the use of screening devices as appropriate.
• Monitor entry points to help to deter unauthorized access and report any suspicious activity to the appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following emergency protocols as necessary.
• Document and report all screening activities and incidents according to site and Allied Universal guidelines.
• Provide customer service by answering questions and directing individuals to the appropriate areas within the location.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must have at least 2 years of security-related experience.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• Experience using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Customer service 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.

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.

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