Specialist, Corporate Security Screening Officer

Overview

We are seeking a highly trained and professional Screening Officer to safeguard our facilities, employees, and visitors across company sites. In this critical role, you will oversee advanced entry screening operations, enforce strict no-weapons policies, and respond decisively to emergencies. You will serve as a key member of the Corporate Security teamcollaborating closely with internal stakeholders, executive protection professionals, and law enforcementto maintain a safe, secure, and respectful workplace environment. This position requires strong situational awareness, sound judgment under pressure, and a commitment to excellence in security operations. Flexibility to work rotating shifts is required.

This position does not provide employment pursuant to the terms of a STEM OPT Training Plan.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor security screening systems (e.g., X-ray, metal detectors, visual inspections) for individuals and incoming items.
• Enforce company no-weapons policy with professionalism and consistency.
• Respond rapidly and effectively to incidents including fires, alarms, severe weather, threats, disturbances, and other emergency situations.
• Support building evacuations, including coordination with Executive Protection when required.
• Maintain constant communication via two-way radio.
• Identify, assess, and report suspicious or hazardous activity.
• Prepare accurate reports and maintain daily activity logs.
• Build effective working relationships with security teams, employees, visitors, law enforcement, and the public.
• Represent Corporate Security with professionalism, discretion, and integrity.
• Support broader security operations and special assignments as directed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED and 5 years relevant work experience or
• Associate's Degree and 4 years relevant work experience or
• Bachelor's Degree and 2 years relevant work experience

• Valid and current NYS Pistol Permit, required.
• Valid and current NYS Armed Guard License, required.
• Prior experience in law enforcement or the military, preferred.
• Basic Life Support, CPR, and First Aid certifications, preferred.
• Experience with electronic weapons detection equipment, preferred.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Effective conflict management skills

• Driver's License Required

• Ability to push, pull, and lift up to 40 pounds
• Sit or stand to answer a phone for the duration of the workday
• Possess manual dexterity and the ability to use hands for the duration of the workday
• Work rotating shifts, including nights, midnights, weekends and holidays

• The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.