Security Officer - Armed Healthcare Patrol Driver

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 - Armed Healthcare Patrol Driver in Columbia, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Healthcare, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more:  Join Allied Universal as an armed, driving patrol officer supporting a busy healthcare location.

You will monitor and patrol assigned areas, conduct routine rounds, stay highly visible to help reduce security-related incidents, and respond to calls with calm customer service and clear communication. Bring our agile, reliable, and innovative approach to a caring culture that puts people first, delivers through teamwork, and acts with integrity.

Position Type:
Part Time

Pay Rate: $17.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to patients, visitors, and staff by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities within a healthcare location.
• Perform armed post duties in accordance with Allied Universal policies, state and local laws, and client site requirements, including maintaining required permits, certifications, and qualifications.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, entrances, parking areas, and the perimeter to help to deter unwanted activity; working environments and conditions may vary by location.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including medical emergencies, disturbances, suspicious activity, and fire and/or severe weather events.
• Support access control by monitoring entry points, checking identification and/or credentials as directed, managing visitor sign-in processes, and assisting with way finding and de-escalation when needed.
• Monitor alarms, cameras, and other security-related systems, and communicate observations and status updates to site contacts and/or dispatch per post orders.
• Use verbal de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention methods to help resolve conflicts, including interactions involving stressed patients and/or family members.
• Document patrols, incidents, and actions taken using written reports and electronic reporting tools, maintaining detailed and timely logs.
• Coordinate with healthcare staff, local law enforcement, and emergency responders when requested, providing clear information and maintaining scene control until additional resources arrive.
• Maintain control of assigned equipment and site keys, follow chain-of-custody procedures for found property and evidence, and complete required checks and inventories per post orders.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid driver's license is required in the state where the job is located.
• Provide proof of a high school diploma or GED as required by the client.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Being comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Being able to lift up to 20 pounds is preferred.
• 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.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
• 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.

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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