NYS Security Guard, Airport Employee Screener

Join VMD Corp (VMD), an Xcelerate Solutions company, a recognized leader in transportation security since 2002, providing advanced screening solutions that leverage the latest technology to protect travelers and safeguard the nation’s critical air infrastructure.   VMD Corp has an immediate need for a Part-Time Airport Employee Screener with an active NYS Security Guard License.       

What you will do:  

• Grow in a fulfilling career as an Airport Employee Screener working alongside a team of aviation security professionals.  You will use your outstanding customer service and critical-thinking skills while identifying and preventing unsafe objects from exiting the airport.    

Responsibilities specific to this role include, but are not limited to:   

• Conduct thorough and efficient screening of airport employees entering restricted areas. 
• Verify the identity and credentials of employees using established procedures. 
• Operate screening equipment, such as metal detectors to detect prohibited items. 
• Enforce security regulations and policies in a professional and courteous manner. 
• Monitor employee behavior and report any suspicious activities or violations. 
• Collaborate with airport authorities and law enforcement to address security concerns or incidents. 
• Provide clear and concise instructions to employees regarding the screening process. 
• Conduct property searches as part of the overall security strategy. 
• Respond promptly to alarms or alerts generated by screening equipment. 
• Maintain accurate records of screening activities and incidents. 

Work Schedule:  

• Ability to work any shift including weekends and holidays (flexibility is key  

What you will need:  

• Be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National 
• HS Diploma or GED
• Have an active NYS Security Guard License 
• Ability to Successfully pass pre-employment (post offer) background check 
• Ability to interact professionally with the public with a focus on customer service 
• Proven experience in security, screening, or a related field is preferred 
• Excellent observational and problem-solving skills 
• The ability to communicate interaction with diverse individuals 
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment and handle high-stress situations calmly 
• Attention to detail and commitment to following established security protocols 

What we offer:  Competitive Compensation  

• Hourly Wage: $17.25 per hour 

Training  

• No prior experience is necessary.
• Receive on-the-job training  

Benefits for you and your family 

• 401K
• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Spending
• Life Insurance
• Employer Paid Long | Short Term Disability
• Tuition & Training Reimbursement Program  
   

Travel and Telecommuting:  

• Telecommute Option: Not Available – This is an onsite position
• Relocation: Relocation is not provided.
• Travel: None   

Working with VMD:  
VMD Corp, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Xcelerate Solutions, is part of the nation’s critical air travel infrastructure. Our Transportation Security Services team helps protect travelers at home and abroad, providing security services at multiple airports across the United States. As a trusted partner to the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, numerous law enforcement and civilian agencies, and the Intelligence Community, VMD and Xcelerate Solutions’ customers are directly responsible for the security and safety of the United States.  
    
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement  
Xcelerate Solutions and its subsidiaries are Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, equal pay, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or expression of another protected characteristic. As part of this commitment to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals, Xcelerate provides reasonable accommodations if needed because of an applicant's or an employee's disability. Xcelerate Solutions maintains a drug-free workplace.