Detention Security Guard: Badge Verification (Day Shift)

Alliedbarton Security Services; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k plans

Paid training

Employee discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Detention Security Guard – Badge Verification in Columbia, SC to protect clients across industries. As an unarmed patrol officer, you monitor sites, enforce access control, and deliver courteous service while maintaining a visible presence.

Minimum requirements include 2+ years in security, a high school diploma, and successful background screening. The role offers full-time hours, $17.95 per hour, benefits, training, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Have at least 2 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.
• A valid driver’s license will be 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.

Skills

Customer service

Badge verification

Access control

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Badge reader

Job description

Allied Universal is seeking a Detention Security Guard – Badge Verification in Columbia, SC to protect clients across industries. As an unarmed patrol officer, you monitor sites, enforce access control, and deliver courteous service while maintaining a visible presence.

Minimum requirements include 2+ years in security, a high school diploma, and successful background screening. The role offers full-time hours, $17.95 per hour, benefits, training, and growth opportunities.