Juvenile Correctional Security Officer - Access Verification

Allied Universal; Riverbanks (SC); On-site; USD 46,838,000 - 52,349,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

401k Plan

Perks Program

Job summary

Allied Universal in Columbia, SC, is seeking a Juvenile Correctional Security Officer - Access Verification. You will monitor entry points, verify credentials, manage visitor access, and support security operations with teamwork and customer service.

This full-time role requires 6 months of security experience, a high school diploma, and will involve routine communication with staff and guests. Daytime shifts are scheduled; a background check and potential drug screen apply.

Qualifications

• 6 months of security-related experience required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background investigation in compliance with laws.
• As a condition of employment, drug screening may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to staff, visitors, and authorized personnel by applying access-control procedures.
• Monitor entry/exit points, verify credentials, maintain visitor logs, and direct individuals per procedures.
• Respond calmly to incidents, follow reporting and escalation protocols.
• Conduct regular patrols to identify access-control concerns and facility hazards.
• Maintain daily activity reports and communicate with site leadership.

Skills

Customer service

Access control experience

Computer use

Background readiness

Education

High school diploma

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 Juvenile Correctional Security Officer - Access Verificationin Columbia, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Access Control Security Officer at a government location, you will help maintain a secure, welcoming environment by monitoring entry points, verifying credentials, managing visitor access, and communicating professionally with staff and guests. You will conduct routine patrols, remain visible to help deter incidents, and support security-related operations through teamwork, integrity, and exceptional customer service. Join Allied Universal's agile, reliable, innovative team where people come first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon05:45 AM - 06:00 PMTue05:45 AM - 06:00 PMWed05:45 AM - 06:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to staff, visitors, and authorized personnel by carrying out access-control procedures, site-specific policies, and, when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify authorization credentials, maintain visitor logs, and direct individuals in accordance with facility procedures.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established reporting and escalation protocols.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned areas and the perimeter to identify and report access-control concerns, unusual activity, and facility hazards.
• Maintain accurate daily activity reports and communicate relevant information to site leadership and Allied Universal supervision.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must meet DPSS/DHS tuberculosis test and MMR vaccination requirements.
• At least 6 months of security-related experience is required.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Customer service 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.

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

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.

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