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Security Officer Level

Workdays Available

Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday

Shifts Available

Afternoon

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AUS

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.

As a Security Officer &- Department of Juvenile Justice in Columbia, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Access Control Officer at a government location, where you will monitor entry points, verify credentials, manage visitor access, and support a professional environment through strong communication and customer service. This driving post offers the opportunity to stay active, remain visible to help deter security-related incidents, and make a meaningful impact while working with a team that values agility, reliability, innovation, and integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to staff, visitors, and/or vendors by carrying out site-specific procedures, access control protocols, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a government location.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials and/or authorizations, process visitors according to site policies, and help to deter unauthorized access to restricted areas.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting security-related activities and communicating with site contacts when needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around buildings, grounds, and perimeter areas to identify unusual activity, policy violations, and/or conditions that may require a security-related response.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license is required in the state where the job is located.
• A minimum of 6 months of security-related experience is required.
• Applicants must be at least 21 years of age.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• X-ray screening experience 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.

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:

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