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Screening Officer jobs are open across government agencies, healthcare, transportation, and private security, covering specializations in airport security, employment background checks, and customs inspection, from entry-level to senior and supervisory roles. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Security Officer Full Time Screening Compliance
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 Full Time Screening Compliance in Gardner, KS, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. As a Screener at a dynamic technology, media, and telecommunications location, you will help maintain a welcoming, professional environment by screening visitors, monitoring access points, and communicating clearly with team members and guests. Your visible presence will help deter incidents while supporting security-related procedures and exceptional customer service. Join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, integrity, and a people-first culture guide every shift.
Position Type: Full Time
Pay Rate: $19.17 / Hour
Job Schedule:
What You'll Do:
- Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and delivery personnel at a technology, media, and telecommunications location by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, access-screening protocols, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
- Screen persons, packages, and/or deliveries entering the location in accordance with established procedures, using screening equipment and maintaining professional, courteous interactions.
- Verify credentials, monitor access points, and document visitor, contractor, and delivery activity according to site-specific requirements.
- Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, promptly communicating observations to the appropriate site contacts and/or emergency responders.
- Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned entry points, screening areas, business spaces, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity; working environments and conditions may vary by client site.
Minimum Requirements:
- 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.
Requisition ID
2026-1748109
Security Officer Full Time Screening Compliance
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 Full Time Screening Compliance in Gardner, KS, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. As a Screener at a dynamic technology, media, and telecommunications location, you will help maintain a welcoming, professional environment by screening visitors, monitoring access points, and communicating clearly with team members and guests. Your visible presence will help deter incidents while supporting security-related procedures and exceptional customer service. Join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, integrity, and a people-first culture guide every shift.
Position Type: Full Time
Pay Rate: $19.17 / Hour
Job Schedule:
What You'll Do:
- Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and delivery personnel at a technology, media, and telecommunications location by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, access-screening protocols, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
- Screen persons, packages, and/or deliveries entering the location in accordance with established procedures, using screening equipment and maintaining professional, courteous interactions.
- Verify credentials, monitor access points, and document visitor, contractor, and delivery activity according to site-specific requirements.
- Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, promptly communicating observations to the appropriate site contacts and/or emergency responders.
- Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned entry points, screening areas, business spaces, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity; working environments and conditions may vary by client site.
Minimum Requirements:
- 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.
Requisition ID
2026-1748109
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in screening officer jobs.
- High school diploma or GED with one to two years of security or inspection experience
- Ability to obtain and maintain a federal or state security clearance
- Proficiency operating X-ray, millimeter-wave, or trace-detection screening equipment
- Knowledge of applicable regulations such as TSA standards or OSHA safety protocols
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for incident documentation and reporting
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift equipment or baggage as required
Tips for Your Screening Officer Job Search
Tailor your resume to clearance levels
Screening officer postings often specify required security clearance tiers. List any active or adjudicated clearances prominently near the top of your resume so hiring managers don't have to hunt for eligibility details that can disqualify a candidacy instantly.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists screening officer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight X-ray and detection equipment experience
Many postings rank candidates on familiarity with specific screening technology. Name the exact systems you've operated, such as millimeter-wave scanners or trace-detection units, rather than writing generic terms like security equipment.
Align your cover letter to the sector
Airport, healthcare, and corporate screening roles each have distinct compliance priorities. Match your letter's language to the sector's regulations, mentioning relevant standards by name so reviewers see you understand the operating environment before the first interview.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Screening officer interviews frequently include situational prompts about escalating a threat, handling a non-compliant individual, or logging an incident correctly. Practice structured responses that walk through your decision process step by step, not just the outcome.
Negotiate shift differentials, not just base pay
Screening roles often run overnight, weekend, and holiday shifts that carry premium rates. When evaluating an offer, ask specifically about differential policies so you can compare total compensation accurately across positions with identical base figures.
Screening Officer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How many screening officer jobs are remote?
About 0% of screening officer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most roles. The sub-areas most compatible with remote work include background check review, document verification, and policy compliance auditing, where the physical inspection component is absent.
How do you become a screening officer?
Start by earning a high school diploma or equivalent, then pursue entry-level roles in security, corrections, or inspection services to build direct experience. Obtain any sector-specific certification your target employer requires, such as a TSA credential for airport work or a state guard card for private facilities. Apply to roles that match your current clearance level and work upward from there.
Can you get hired as a screening officer with little experience?
Yes, many entry-level screening officer positions require only a diploma and a clean background check, making them accessible to candidates with no prior security experience. Employers in transportation and retail loss prevention hire for trainability and attention to detail. Volunteering in roles that require vigilance, such as event safety or community patrols, also strengthens an application without formal credentials.
What does the screening officer interview process look like?
Most screening officer interviews include an initial phone screen to verify eligibility and availability, followed by an in-person or video panel where hiring managers present scenario-based questions about threat identification and protocol adherence. Some employers add a practical assessment, asking candidates to demonstrate equipment operation or walk through an incident-reporting procedure before a conditional offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to screening officer jobs?
You can find and apply to screening officer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, clearance level, and preferred sector, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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