DetentionSecurity Officer - Entry Screening

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

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Health benefits

Perks Program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal in Columbia, SC is looking for a Detention Security Officer - Entry Screening. You will safeguard clients across facilities, perform access control, and provide high-quality customer service in a fast-paced environment.

This full-time role requires at least 2 years of security experience, a high school diploma, and ability to pass background checks and a drug screen. The pay rate is $17.95 per hour, and shifts include early morning hours across Mon, Thu, and Sun.

Qualifications

• Two years of security-related experience or equivalent preferred.
• Be at least 21 years old for this role.
• Background check and drug screen are required by policy.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service while carrying out security procedures and site policies.
• Respond to incidents calmly and resolve issues promptly.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the premises and perimeter.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Emergency response

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Detention Security Officer - Entry Screening

Job Locations

US-SC-Columbia

Category

• Category (Portal Searching)
• Security Officer Level
• Workdays Available Monday, Thursday, Sunday
• Shifts Available Morning
• Business Unit AUS

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:

• Mon 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.

Requisition ID

2026-1645692