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Screening Specialist- Chicago (34216)

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60018, Des Plaines, IL, USA
25-25 Hourly
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60018, Des Plaines, IL, USA
25-25 Hourly
Entry level
Set up mobile screening equipment, verify passenger identification, screen passengers and belongings for threats, and maintain control of screened passengers before charter flights. The role requires communication, customer service, compliance with TSA guidelines, travel to varied locations, and successful completion of training, background checks, drug testing, and security assessments.
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Screening Specialist – Charter Aviation Security Services

Chicago Metropolitan Area- Chicago, IL

Global Elite Group- Providing world-class aviation security through innovation and people committed to excellence.

Are you looking for an exciting career in the security field with an opportunity to work alongside the biggest names in sports & entertainment?  We offer part time or full-time opportunities with a flexible schedule that works around your life. 

Global Elite Group is providing best in class Private Charter Aviation Security Screening to the following industries:

  • Professional and collegiate sports teams
  • Media and entertainment travel
  • Government and diplomatic travel
  • Corporate and Executive private charter
  • Humanitarian Aid Operations

Connect with a specialized recruiter today and learn how you can join the team that is setting the standard for ensuring seamless and secure operations in the Private Charter Aviation sector with unmatched quality and attention to detail.

Global is an equal opportunity employer.  All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Benefits:

  • $25.00 per hour- flexible per diem/part time schedule – possibility for periods with full time hours with open availability
  • Paid travel for distant assignments
  • Paid training- opportunity to become a subject matter expert within a world class internationally recognized training program in a federally regulated industry
  • Excellent opportunity for retired or former law enforcement or military

The successful candidate will be:

  • Security minded
  • Able to communicate effectively with private charter passengers, colleagues and clients, and other airport employees
  • Focused on providing a friendly and customer-oriented experience  

Responsibilities:               

Using specialized security screening equipment in a mobilized operation, screening specialists will:

  • Set up screening equipment at designated location as specified by client request within TSA guidelines
  • Verify passenger identification
  • Screen the passenger’s person and property for threat items prior to allowing access to the secure area
  • Maintain positive control of the screened passengers until they board or are transported to their private charter flight

Private Charter Screenings are a mobilized operation and can occur in a variety of locations.  Screening Specialist teams will be outfitted with a company vehicle capable of transporting the team and the screening equipment safely and securely to the designated location.  Same day and overnight travel may be required depending on the assignment and the distance to the location.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

  • Ability to obtain an airport badge with customs seal: DHS requires a 10-year verifiable background check, including criminal, employment history. Also, must be able to pass a security threat assessment as administered by the TSA
  • Must be at least 21 years old
  • Must have a valid drivers license with a clean driving record
  • Must have a valid State Security License
  • Must be able to pass all initial and recurrent training classes and exams
  • Federal regulations specify U.S. Citizenship, naturalized or birthright as an eligibility requirement to participate in mandatory position specific training. 
  • Must be willing and able to participate, with negative results in pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing


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