Juvenile Correctional Security Officer - Screener

Overview

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 Juvenile Correctional Security Officer - Screener in Columbia, SC
, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, 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 Access Control Officer at a government location, where you will monitor entry points, verify credentials, and support daily security-related operations with professionalism and care.

This is a driving post. In this role, you will remain visible, conduct routine patrols, and deliver strong customer service and communication while reflecting our agile, reliable, innovative culture built on teamwork and integrity.

Position Type:
Part Time

Pay Rate: $17.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Day Time Thur 05:45 PM - 06:00 AM Sat 05:45 PM - 06:00 AM

What You’ll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff, and/or vendors by following access control procedures, site‑specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify identification and/or credentials, and help to deter unauthorized access to the location.
• Screen visitors, deliveries, and/or personal property in accordance with site rules and government location protocols, reporting concerns through proper channels.
• Respond to incidents, policy violations, and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner, documenting observations and actions taken.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around assigned areas and perimeter locations to help to deter suspicious activity and support security‑related operations.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license is required in the state where the job is located.
• A tuberculosis test and MMR vaccinations are required for COLA DPSS/DHS.
• A minimum of 6 months of security‑related experience is required.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Comfort 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.

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.

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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