Detention Security Officer - Entry Screening

Allied Universal; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 28,930,000; 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 Security Officer - Entry Screening / Unarmed Patrol Officer in Columbia, SC. The role involves serving clients, patrolling facilities, and maintaining a visible security presence to deter incidents.

You will deliver professional customer service, enforce site policies, and respond to concerns with integrity. Join Allied Universal’s team to contribute to a culture that prioritizes people, safety, and service.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of security‑related experience.
• Must be at least 21 years old, 18 for unarmed roles.
• Background check required under applicable laws.
• Valid driver’s license for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service and carry out security procedures per site policies.
• Respond to incidents calmly and solve problems effectively.
• Conduct regular patrols around the business and perimeter.
• Support access control and badge-related activities as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Security procedures

Access control

Badge experience

Background checks

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

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.

Job Description

As a Detention Security Officer - Entry Screening in Columbia, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer, you will monitor and patrol assigned county facilities, maintain a visible presence to help deter security‑related incidents, and support access control activities. You will provide outstanding customer service, communicate professionally with visitors and staff, and respond to security‑related concerns with integrity. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and innovative team, where a caring culture and teamwork put people first.

Position Type

Full Time

Pay Rate

$17.95 / Hour

Job Schedule

DayTimeMon 05:45 AM - 06:00 PM Thur 05:45 AM - 06:00 PM Sun 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 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.

Closing

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.