Security Officer - Screener

Security Screener

Allied Universal® is hiring a Security Screener. The Security Screener will work with highly intelligent x-ray software to inspect items, determine whether items contain objects that warrant further investigation, and alert baggage screeners or handlers to any possible problems.

Payrate: $19.00 Per Hour

Responsibilities:

• Inspect items, using x-ray viewing equipment, to determine whether items contain objects that warrant further investigation
• View images of bags and cargo, using remote screening equipment, and alert baggage screeners or handlers to any possible problems
• Communicate situation details to appropriate personnel
• Notify supervisors or other appropriate personnel when security breaches occur
• Send items through automated screening machines, and set bags aside for searching or rescreening as indicated by equipment
• Inspect to identify potential hazards
• Record information about any baggage that sets off alarms in monitoring equipment
• Record information about suspicious objects
• Contact leads or supervisors to discuss objects of concern that are not on prohibited object lists
• Perform patrols, access control, and other security functions as needed

Bonus Qualifications (Not Required):

• High school diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED)
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
• Minimum of one (1) year of security screening experience, preferably utilizing x-ray technology (e.g., TSA)
• Strong work ethic
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to self-manage
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Service in Military Occupational Specialty related to law enforcement, security (such as Military Police, Elite Military Forces, combat arms) or any support role in a Combat Zone
• Graduate of a Certified Public Safety Academy (military or civilian) or verified work experience in the law enforcement, adult corrections, or firefighter field
• Bachelor's degree in law enforcement or criminal justice related studies
• A minimum of 8 or more years of service in any military branch
• Associate's degree (or 60 credits) or higher in law enforcement or criminal justice with current or prior active military service

Benefits:

• Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions
• Schedules that fit your personal life goals
• Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more...
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments. Unused vacation is only paid out where required by law.

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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