Government Center Security Officer - Part Time

Allied Universal; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k plan

Career growth

Perks program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal, North America’s leading security and facility services company, seeks a Government Center Security Officer - Part Time in Charleston, SC. You will provide customer service, patrol facilities, verify credentials, and respond to incidents with a professional demeanor.

The role offers part‑time hours with a driver’s license and background checks required; benefits include training and growth opportunities within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• A valid driver’s license is required in the state where the job is located.
• Minimum 1 year of law enforcement experience, 2 years of security supervisor/manager experience, or 3 years of security-related experience.
• Must be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Background investigation may be required.
• Drug screen may be required.
• Licensing requirements depend on state and/or local laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to staff, visitors, and authorized personnel by following site policies.
• Conduct regular patrols of assigned areas and monitor for unusual activity.
• Control access by verifying credentials and directing individuals as needed.
• Respond to incidents calmly and document observations and actions.
• Prepare incident reports and logs in accordance with site requirements.

Skills

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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 Government Center Security Officer - Part Time in Charleston, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. 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 a Patrol Officer supporting a government location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, respond to security-related concerns, and provide professional customer service and communication. This driving post requires a valid driver’s license. Join Allied Universal, where our agile, reliable, and innovative team puts people first, delivers through teamwork, and acts with integrity.

Position Type

Part Time

Pay Rate

$17.00 / Hour

Job Schedule

• Mon: 06:00 PM - 06:00 AM
• Tue: 06:00 PM - 06:00 AM

What You’ll Do

• Provide customer service to staff, visitors, and authorized personnel by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and appropriate emergency response activities within a correctional facility environment.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, access points, and perimeter areas to help identify unusual activity, unauthorized access, or facility concerns.
• Monitor access to designated areas, verify credentials and visitor authorization, and direct individuals in accordance with established site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem‑solving manner, promptly reporting observations to appropriate personnel.
• Prepare clear and accurate incident reports, daily activity logs, and other required documentation in accordance with Allied Universal and site requirements.

Minimum Requirements

• A valid driver’s license is required in the state where the job is located.
• Have at least one year of law enforcement experience, two years of security-related supervisor/manager experience, or three years of security-related experience.
• 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.