Juvenile Correctional Security Officer - Entry Authorization

Alliedbarton Security Services; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k plans

Ongoing paid training programs

Career growth opportunities

Perks program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal in Columbia, SC is seeking a Juvenile Correctional Security Officer - Entry Authorization to help manage entry points, verify credentials, and monitor access at a government location. This part-time role offers daytime and evening shifts with a focus on safety and professional conduct.

You will patrol, respond to incidents, and support visitors and staff with clear communication. The position requires a valid driver’s license, a high school diploma or equivalent, and at least

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of security-related experience.
• A valid driver’s license in the state where the job is located.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles.
• Background check conducted in accordance with laws.
• Drug screen as a condition of employment where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements depend on state/local regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to staff, residents, visitors, and/or vendors while carrying out security-related procedures and site policies.
• Control access to the facility by monitoring entry points and verifying authorization.
• Screen visitors and deliveries and maintain visitor/access logs.
• Deter unauthorized entry by monitoring access-control systems and reporting issues.
• Respond to incidents calmly and communicate with facility personnel and responders.
• Conduct regular patrols and document observations.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Computer/Tablet use

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 Juvenile Correctional Security Officer - Entry Authorization in Columbia, 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. As an Access Control Security Officer at a government location, you will help manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor access activity, and assist visitors with professionalism and clear communication. You will help maintain an orderly environment, support security-related operations, and use your valid driver’s license as needed for this driving position. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable team, where caring, teamwork, innovation, and integrity guide every interaction.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $17.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeWed05:45 PM - 06:00 AM Sat05:45 PM - 06:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to staff, residents, visitors, and/or vendors while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Control access to the facility by monitoring entry points, verifying authorization, screening visitors and/or deliveries as required, and maintaining visitor and access logs.
• Help to deter unauthorized entry by observing access-control systems, reporting malfunctioning equipment, and escalating access concerns according to site procedures.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, communicating with appropriate facility personnel and emergency responders.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned access points, interior areas, and perimeter locations while documenting observations and reporting unusual activity.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license is required in the state where the job is located.
• At least 6 months of security-related experience is required.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet 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 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…

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.