Detention Security Officer – Badge Verification (Unarmed, Night Shifts)

Allied Universal; South Carolina; On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Universal in Greenville, SC is seeking a Detention Security Guard - Badge Verification to safeguard government facilities and support a correctional location. The role requires patrols, access control, and professional communication with staff and visitors.

The position is full time with a pay rate of $17.00 per hour. Candidates must meet state licensing requirements, be at least 18, and pass background checks and drug screening.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be 18+ for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Background check and drug screen required in accordance with laws.
• A valid driver’s license is required in the state of the job location.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to staff, visitors, and authorized personnel by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, policies, and emergency response activities within a correctional government location.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established post orders and reporting requirements.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, access points, and perimeter areas to help identify and report unusual activity, hazards, or policy concerns.
• Monitor access to assigned areas, verify authorization as directed, and maintain accurate logs, incident reports, and patrol documentation.
• Communicate professionally with facility personnel and Allied Universal leadership while supporting a controlled and orderly environment.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Allied Universal in Greenville, SC is seeking a Detention Security Guard - Badge Verification to safeguard government facilities and support a correctional location. The role requires patrols, access control, and professional communication with staff and visitors.

The position is full time with a pay rate of $17.00 per hour. Candidates must meet state licensing requirements, be at least 18, and pass background checks and drug screening.