Detention Facility Access Security Officer – Patrol & Observation

Allied Universal; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Universal in Columbia, SC is seeking a Detention Facility Security Officer - Access Observation to protect clients and maintain a safe, welcoming environment. In this unarmed role you will monitor sites, enforce policies, and support customer service while demonstrating integrity and teamwork.

The position is full-time with a pay rate of $17.95 per hour and day/evening shifts. You will perform patrols, respond to incidents, and collaborate with clients and staff to deter security-related

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of security-related experience is required.
• Access control and badge experience 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.
• A background investigation will be conducted in accordance with laws.
• Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories as allowed by law.
• A drug screen may be required.
• Licensing requirements may be required prior to employment.
• A valid driver’s license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and, when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.

Skills

Security experience

Access control

Customer service

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Allied Universal in Columbia, SC is seeking a Detention Facility Security Officer - Access Observation to protect clients and maintain a safe, welcoming environment. In this unarmed role you will monitor sites, enforce policies, and support customer service while demonstrating integrity and teamwork.

The position is full-time with a pay rate of $17.95 per hour and day/evening shifts. You will perform patrols, respond to incidents, and collaborate with clients and staff to deter security-related