Correctional Security Guard - Unarmed

Allied Universal; Columbia (AL); On-site; USD 41,411,000 - 56,019,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart scheduling tools

Career growth

Health benefits

Perks program

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Correctional Security Guard - Unarmed in Columbia, SC. You will serve clients across government and other sectors, conducting patrols, maintaining a visible security presence, and delivering professional customer service. A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions.

This full-time role offers shifts including day/evening hours, with pay rate of $17.00 per hour. Background checks and drug screening are part of employment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• A valid driver’s license is required where the job is located.
• Background investigation will be conducted as per laws.
• A drug screen is required where permitted by law.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to staff, visitors and authorized personnel following security procedures.
• Monitor access points and verify authorization for entry and exit.
• Respond calmly to incidents and disturbances, notifying required personnel.
• Conduct regular unarmed patrols of housing, administrative and perimeter areas.
• Prepare reports and maintain logs of incidents and security concerns.

Skills

Customer service

Observation and patrol

Professional presence

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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 Correctional Security Guard - Unarmed in Columbia, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Unarmed Security Officer supporting a government corrections location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and provide professional customer service and communication. This driving position requires a valid driver’s license. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and caring team, where integrity, innovation, and teamwork guide every shift.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon06:00 PM - 06:00 AMTue06:00 PM - 06:00 AMWed06:00 PM - 06:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to staff, visitors, and authorized personnel by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Monitor access points and verify authorization for entry and exit in accordance with facility procedures.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, notifying appropriate personnel as required.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of assigned housing, administrative, and perimeter areas to help identify irregular conditions and help to deter unauthorized activity.
• Prepare accurate reports and maintain activity logs for incidents, observations, and security-related concerns.

Minimum Requirements:

• 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.

BENEFITS:

• Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions
• Schedules that fit with your personal life goals
• Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
• Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more…

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: www.aus.com.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.