Armed Detention Facility Security Officer - Growth Benefits

Allied Universal; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring for a Detention Facility Security Officer - Armed Access in North Charleston, SC. The role requires monitoring access, patrolling facilities, and responding to incidents within a correctional environment.

Pay rate is $18.50 per hour with a full-time schedule. Candidates must have an Armed Guard Card/License, 21+ years old for armed roles, and a high school diploma or equivalent. A background check and drug screen are required where permitted by law.

Qualifications

• 1+ years' law enforcement experience OR 2+ years' security supervisor/manager experience OR 3+ years' security experience.
• Armed Guard Card/License required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Background check will be conducted per federal, state, and local laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to staff, visitors, and authorized personnel by enforcing site policies and security procedures.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations calmly and professionally.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of buildings, grounds, and perimeter to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access to designated areas, verify authorization, and report suspicious activity or concerns.
• Prepare daily activity reports, incident documentation, and shift handoff communications.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Law enforcement experience

Security supervisor/manager experience

Security experience

Education

Armed Guard Card/License

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Allied Universal is hiring for a Detention Facility Security Officer - Armed Access in North Charleston, SC. The role requires monitoring access, patrolling facilities, and responding to incidents within a correctional environment.

Pay rate is $18.50 per hour with a full-time schedule. Candidates must have an Armed Guard Card/License, 21+ years old for armed roles, and a high school diploma or equivalent. A background check and drug screen are required where permitted by law.