Security Officer - Security Screening

About the role

Allied Universal, a security and facility services company, is hiring a Security Officer for security screening at a technology, media and telecommunications location in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The screener helps keep the site welcoming and orderly by screening visitors, monitoring access points and documenting activity with computer or tablet tools.

Key responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors and delivery personnel following site-specific procedures and access protocols.
• Screen personnel, visitors, packages and materials entering the site, escalating prohibited or suspicious items as directed.
• Verify identification, credentials, appointments and authorization for restricted areas, keeping accurate visitor and access records.
• Respond calmly to incidents, alarms and critical situations, following emergency procedures and notifying the right people.
• Carry out regular and random patrols of entry points, screening areas and the perimeter to deter unauthorized activity.

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 18 years old for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Subject to a background investigation and a drug screen to the extent permitted by law; licensing may be required depending on state and local law.
• A valid driver's license is required only for driving positions.

Required skills

• Comfortable using a computer or tablet (preferred).

What we offer

• Pay of $20.14 per hour, day shift 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM.
• Access to a retirement savings plan, medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D and disability insurance.
• Discounts on brands and services through the Perks Program.
• Paid training and career growth opportunities.