Security Officer – Department of Juvenile Justice

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 in a government location where you will help manage access control, monitor assigned areas, and support daily operations with strong communication and customer service. In this driving post, you will remain visible to help discourage incidents, verify entry permissions, and respond to security‑related concerns with integrity, teamwork, and a people‑first approach.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.00 / Hour

• Mon: 05:45 AM - 06:00 PM
• Sat: 05:45 AM - 06:00 PM
• Sun: 05:45 AM - 06:00 PM

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and authorized personnel by carrying out site‑specific access control procedures, identification checks, and entry and exit screening at a government location.
• Monitor entrances, credentialing activity, keys and/or access devices, and visitor logs to help support authorized access and report unusual activity or policy concerns.
• Respond to incidents, rule violations, and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner, and communicate with site contacts and/or emergency responders when appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around buildings, controlled access points, and perimeter areas to help identify security‑related concerns and document observations.
• Support daily operations by following post orders, maintaining accurate records and reports, and assisting with security‑related procedures involving staff, visitors, and deliveries.

• A valid driver’s license is required in the state where the job is located.
• At least 6 months of security‑related experience is required.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Being comfortable using a computer or tablet 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.

• 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.

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