Juvenile Correctional Security Officer - Part Time Access

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k

Paid training

Perks program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Juvenile Correctional Security Officer - Part Time Access in Columbia, SC. You will verify credentials, monitor entry points, and provide customer service to staff and youth program participants at a government juvenile services location.

Responsibilities include maintaining visitor logs, responding to incidents, and enforcing site policies using our access-control technologies. Prior security experience and a high school diploma are preferred.

Qualifications

• Tuberculosis test and MMR vaccinations for DPSS/DHS.
• At least 6 months of security-related experience.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• As a condition of employment, a background investigation will be conducted.
• Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories.
• As a condition of employment, a drug screen may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to staff, visitors, contractors, and youth-related program participants while carrying out access control procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Monitor entry and exit points at a government juvenile services location, verify credentials and visitor authorization, maintain visitor logs, and direct individuals according to established procedures.
• Help deter unauthorized access by observing activity at assigned entrances, controlling access to restricted areas, and reporting suspicious or prohibited activity to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner while following established reporting and notification protocols.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned areas, building perimeters, and access points, documenting observations and reporting maintenance concerns or access-control issues.

Skills

Access control

Customer service

Security awareness

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Badge access systems

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 - Part Time Access 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. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As an Access Control Officer at a government location, you will help maintain a welcoming, controlled environment by verifying credentials, managing visitor access, monitoring entry points, and responding to security-related concerns. You will provide exceptional customer service and clear communication while using technology to support daily operations. Join Allied Universal, where teamwork, integrity, reliability, and a people-first culture drive meaningful work.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $17.00 / Hour

Job Schedule: DayTimeWed05:45 AM - 06:00 PMThur05:45 AM - 06:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to staff, visitors, contractors, and youth-related program participants while carrying out access control procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Monitor entry and exit points at a government juvenile services location, verify credentials and visitor authorization, maintain visitor logs, and direct individuals according to established procedures.
• Help to deter unauthorized access by observing activity at assigned entrances, controlling access to restricted areas, and reporting suspicious or prohibited activity to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner while following established reporting and notification protocols.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned areas, building perimeters, and access points, documenting observations and reporting maintenance concerns or access-control issues.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess a tuberculosis test and MMR vaccinations for DPSS/DHS.
• Have at least 6 months of security-related experience.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Customer service 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.

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.