Detention Facility Security Officer - Part Time Reporting

Allied Universal; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k plans

Flexible schedules

Paid training

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Detention Facility Security Officer - Part Time reporting in Columbia, SC. You will monitor and safeguard clients, maintain a visible presence, conduct routine rounds, and support access control and badge processes.

Minimum requirements include at least two years in security, a high school diploma or equivalent, and the ability to pass a background check and drug screen. This role offers flexible scheduling and opportunities for training and advancement.

Qualifications

• Two years or more of security-related experience.
• Access control and badge experience preferred.
• Must be at least 18 for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Background check and drug screen required by law.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service and carry out security procedures and site policies.
• Respond to incidents in a calm, problem-solving manner.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the site and perimeter.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Access control experience

Badge access experience

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 - Part Time Reporting in Columbia, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As an Unarmed Security Officer with Allied Universal, you will monitor and patrol assigned public-sector locations, maintaining a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents. You will conduct routine rounds, support access control and badge processes, respond to concerns, and provide outstanding customer service and communication. Join a caring, agile, reliable, and innovative team that puts people first, works together, and acts with integrity.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $17.95 / Hour

Job Schedule

• Mon - 05:45 AM - 06:00 PM
• Sat - 05:45 AM - 06:00 PM

What You’ll Do

• Provide customer service to our 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.

Minimum Requirements

• Have at least two years of security-related experience.
• 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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• 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.