Detention Facility Security Guard - Access Observation
Listed on 2026-08-12
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Security
Security Officer, Site Security, Unarmed Security
Detention Facility Security Guard
- Access Observation
As a Detention Facility Security Guard
- Access Observation in Columbia, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and support access control activities. You will provide professional customer service, communicate clearly with visitors and staff, and respond to security-related concerns with integrity.
Join an agile, reliable, and innovative team that puts people first and delivers through teamwork.
Position Type:
Full Time
Pay Rate: $17.95 / Hour
Job Schedule:
Day Time Wed 05:45 PM - 06:00 AM Fri 05:45 PM - 06:00 AM Sat 05:45 PM - 06:00 AM
What You'll Do:
- Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies and, when appropriate, emergency response activities.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner.
- Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols around the location and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.
Minimum Requirements:
- Have at least 2 years of security-related experience.
- Be at least 21 years of age.
- Access control and badge 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.
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