Juvenile Correctional Security Officer - Entry Authorization

Allied Universal; Ridgeville (SC); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Full time

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Job summary

Allied Universal, North America’s leading security and facility services company, is hiring for a Juvenile Correctional Security Officer - Entry Authorization in Ridgeville, SC. The role involves managing entry points, verifying credentials, supporting badge-related processes, and maintaining a safe environment for staff and visitors.

This is a full-time, on-site position with a pay rate of $17.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• A valid driver’s license is required in the state where the job is located.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Have at least six months of security-related experience.
• Meet DPSS/DHS tuberculosis test and MMR vaccination requirements.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to staff, visitors, youth residents, and authorized contractors by carrying out access-control procedures, site-specific policies, and appropriate emergency response activities at a government juvenile services location.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify identification and authorization, maintain visitor logs, and direct individuals according to established facility procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, promptly notifying appropriate personnel and documenting activities as required.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned access points, building areas, and perimeter locations to help deter unauthorized entry and identify security-related concerns.
• Maintain clear communication with site personnel and Allied Universal leadership regarding access issues, unusual activity, and policy violations.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Communication

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 Juvenile Correctional Security Officer - Entry Authorization in Ridgeville, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Access Control Security Professional in a government location, you will manage entry points, verify credentials, support badge-related processes, and help maintain an orderly environment for staff and visitors. You will provide exceptional customer service, communicate clearly, and help deter security-related incidents through a visible, professional presence. This is a driving position. Join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, caring, and integrity guide our work.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Thur: 05:45 AM - 06:00 PM
• Sat: 05:45 AM - 06:00 PM
• Sun: 05:45 AM - 06:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to staff, visitors, youth residents, and authorized contractors by carrying out access-control procedures, site-specific policies, and appropriate emergency response activities at a government juvenile services location.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify identification and authorization, maintain visitor logs, and direct individuals according to established facility procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, promptly notifying appropriate personnel and documenting activities as required.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned access points, building areas, and perimeter locations to help deter unauthorized entry and identify security-related concerns.
• Maintain clear communication with site personnel and Allied Universal leadership regarding access issues, unusual activity, and policy violations.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license is required in the state where the job is located.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Have at least six months of security-related experience.
• Meet DPSS/DHS tuberculosis test and MMR vaccination requirements.
• 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.

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.