Security Officer Screening Operations

Job Description

Job Description

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 Screening Operations in Washington, DC , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, 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: aus.com/earnmore. As a Screener in a retail location, you will help support a welcoming environment by monitoring entry activity, screening visitors and/or team members, and responding to security-related concerns with professionalism. This visible role combines customer service, communication, and attention to detail while helping to discourage incidents. At Allied Universal, you will be part of an agile, reliable, and innovative team that puts people first and acts with integrity.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $22.66 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeFri10:30 AM - 07:45 PMSun11:00 AM - 06:15 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service by carrying out site-specific screening procedures, access control practices, and/or emergency response activities appropriate to the location.
• Screen visitors, team members, packages, and/or personal belongings in accordance with site policies to help support a professional retail environment.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials when required, and report unauthorized or unusual activity to site leadership in a calm, problem-solving manner.
• Respond to incidents, policy violations, and/or critical situations with professionalism, documenting observations and communicating relevant details to the appropriate contacts.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the store, stock areas, and perimeter, as assigned, while remaining attentive to customer service needs and security-related concerns.

Minimum Requirements:

• Security-related experience of 2+ years is required.
• A guard card/license is preferred.
• Loss prevention experience is preferred.
• Access control/badge experience 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.

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.

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:

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:

Requisition ID

2026-1632762