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Government Facility Security Officer – Overnight

Job in Columbia, Lexington County, South Carolina, 29228, USA
Listing for: Allied Universal
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-21
Job specializations:
  • Security
    Security Guard, Site Security, Unarmed Security
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 17 USD Hourly USD 17.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Columbia

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.

Position Overview

Government Facility Security Officer – Overnight in Columbia, SC

Unarmed Patrol Officer who will conduct routine patrols, stay visible to help reduce security-related incidents, and provide professional customer service and communication throughout the property. This is a driving post requiring a valid driver’s license in the job state.

Job Details

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.00 / Hour

Job Schedule

Day Time Fri 06:00 PM – 06:00 AM Sat 06:00 PM – 06:00 AM Sun 06:00 PM – 06:00 AM

What You’ll Do
  • Provide customer service to staff, visitors, and authorized personnel by following site-specific procedures, access protocols, and emergency response activities within a government location.
  • Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and notifying appropriate contacts according to post orders.
  • Conduct regular and random patrols throughout assigned buildings, grounds, housing-related areas, and perimeter points to help identify unusual activity and report security-related concerns.
  • Monitor entrances, movement areas, and restricted locations, verifying authorized access, supporting order within the location, and assisting with security-related procedures as directed.
  • Prepare detailed written reports on incidents, patrol findings, and daily activities, and/or communicate relevant information to supervisors and site contacts for follow-up.
Minimum Requirements
  • Be at least 21 years of age.
  • A valid driver’s license is required in the state where the job is located.
  • 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:

Job :

Location:

United States-South Carolina-Columbia

Job Category:
Security Officer

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