Corrections Facility Security Officer – Badge Control

Allied Universal; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k plans

Paid training

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Corrections Facility Security Officer – Badge Control in Columbia, SC. This full-time role involves safeguarding clients across government facilities, performing badge and access control, and maintaining a visible security presence.

You will conduct patrols, respond to incidents, and document activities while adhering to site policies. A valid driver’s license and a high school diploma are required; background checks and drug screens apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• A valid driver’s license is required in the state of employment.
• Background investigation will be conducted in compliance with laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to facility staff, visitors and authorized individuals.
• Monitor access points and verify authorization for entry/exit.
• Respond to incidents calmly and notify appropriate personnel.
• Conduct regular unarmed patrols of assigned areas and report hazards.
• Complete logs and incident reports accurately and timely.

Skills

Customer service

Observation

Problem solving

Communication

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 Corrections Facility Security Officer – Badge Control in Columbia, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a government location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and provide exceptional customer service and communication. This driving post requires a valid driver’s license in the job state. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and innovative team, where a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity put people first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Day Time

Tue06:00 AM – 06:00 PM

Wed06:00 AM – 06:00 PM

Sun06:00 AM – 06:00 PM

What You’ll Do:

• Provide customer service to facility staff, visitors, and other authorized individuals 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 established facility procedures.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, notifying appropriate personnel as directed.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of assigned areas, buildings, grounds, and perimeter locations to help identify and report unusual activity, hazards, and policy concerns.
• Complete required activity logs, incident reports, and other documentation accurately and in a timely manner.

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 .

Job ID: 2026-1662033

Location: United States-South Carolina-Columbia

Job Category: Security Officer