Detention Facility Security Officer - Access Observation

Allied Universal; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Detention Facility Security Officer - Access Observation in Columbia, SC. You will perform unarmed patrols, monitor access points, and assist visitors and staff with professional communication and customer service.

The role emphasizes reliability, integrity, and a focus on safety. Expect a full-time schedule at a pay rate of $17.95 per hour, with duties including incident response, reporting, and adherence to site policies.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of security-related experience.
• Be able to provide professional customer service.
• Experience with access control or badge systems preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Subject to background check and drug screen according to law.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures and policies.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations calmly following site procedures.
• Conduct regular unarmed patrols and monitor perimeter for risks.
• Maintain daily activity reports and incident logs as required.
• Control access by monitoring entrances and credentials.

Skills

Security experience

Customer service

Patrol procedures

Access control

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Access control Systems

Badge reading

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 Detention Facility Security Officer - Access Observation in Columbia, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. Join Allied Universal as an Unarmed Patrol Officer supporting a public-sector location. You will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, monitor access points, and assist visitors and staff with professional communication and customer service. Bring your experience to a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, and committed to putting people first while acting with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.95 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Wed 05:45 AM - 06:00 PM, Thur 05:45 AM - 06:00 PM, Sat 05:45 AM - 06:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• 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, following established site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols throughout assigned areas and around the perimeter to help identify and report unusual activity, hazards, and policy violations.
• Maintain accurate daily activity reports, incident documentation, and communication logs as required.
• Control access to assigned areas by monitoring entrances, checking credentials when applicable, and reporting unauthorized activity.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 2 years of security-related experience.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• 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.
• 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.

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.