Security Officer - Screening Specialist

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 Screening Specialist in Decatur, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, 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. Join Allied Universal as a Screener in a fast-paced logistics and distribution location, where you will help monitor access, conduct screening activities, and support a smooth flow of people and operations. This role calls for strong communication, attention to detail, and a professional presence. Be part of a caring team that values agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity while helping maintain a secure, customer-focused environment.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $18.75 / Hour

Job Schedule:

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, drivers, and/or contractors by carrying out security-related screening procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Screen people, packages, bags, and/or vehicles entering or leaving the location in accordance with post orders and established access procedures.
• Monitor entry points, verify credentials, and document visitor, delivery, and/or contractor activity to support authorized access throughout the location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and report unusual activity to site leadership and/or Allied Universal management.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around screening areas, shipping and receiving zones, docks, and the perimeter, with working environments and conditions varying by location.

Minimum Requirements:

• Be at least 21 years of age.
• 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.

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.

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: www.aus.com/offices.