Security Officer Courthouse

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 Courthouse in San Luis Obispo, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As a Screener at a government courthouse location, you will use X-ray screening equipment, manage access points, and provide courteous guidance to visitors, staff, and members of the public. Your visible presence and attention to detail will help identify potential security-related concerns while supporting orderly operations. Join Allied Universal’s caring, agile team, where integrity, reliability, and teamwork shape every interaction.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $20.50 / Hour

Job Schedule:

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, court personnel, and the public by carrying out site-specific screening procedures, policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Screen individuals and their belongings using assigned screening equipment and procedures; communicate prohibited-item concerns or access issues to appropriate personnel.
• Assist with directing visitors to designated entrances, screening areas, and public service locations while maintaining a professional, calm demeanor.
• Respond to incidents, disruptions, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established protocols and notifying appropriate court personnel or emergency responders.
• Monitor assigned entry points and surrounding public areas for unusual activity, help to deter unauthorized access, and document incidents or observations in accordance with site procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• Customer service experience is preferred.
• X-ray screening experience is preferred.
• A guard card or license 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 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.

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: 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.

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