Juvenile Corrections Security Officer – Entry Control

Allied Universal; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Retirement plan

Medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D

Perks Program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Juvenile Corrections Security Officer – Entry Control in Columbia, SC. This full-time role involves managing access, monitoring entry points, and delivering professional customer service at a government location.

The position pays $17.00 per hour and follows a day schedule with specified shifts. Candidates must meet minimum requirements and pass background checks and a drug screen; a driver’s license is required for driving roles.

Qualifications

• Tuberculosis test and MMR vaccinations required per DPSS/DHS COLA.
• At least 6 months of security-related experience.
• Be at least 21 years old.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet.
• Access control and badge experience preferred.
• Armed vs unarmed age requirement: 18 for unarmed; 21 for armed.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service by carrying out access control procedures and site policies at a government location.
• Monitor entry/exit points, verify identifications and authorization, deter unauthorized access.
• Respond to incidents calmly and escalate concerns as per post orders.
• Document visitor, staff, and contractor activity; maintain logs and communicate with site contacts.
• Conduct regular and random patrols; report unusual activity or hazards.

Skills

Access control

Customer service

Security procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer/Tablet usage

Badge/access control systems

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 Corrections Security Officer – Entry Control in Columbia, SC , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal at a government location where you will help manage access control, monitor assigned areas, and support a professional environment through visible presence, routine patrols, and strong communication. In this role, you will help to deter security-related incidents while delivering customer service and working as part of a team that values agility, reliability, innovation, care, and integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Day Time

Tue05:45 AM – 06:00 PM

Wed05:45 AM – 06:00 PM

Thur05:45 AM – 06:00 PM

What You’ll Do:

• Provide customer service by carrying out access control procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at a government location.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify identification and authorization, and help to deter unauthorized access to restricted areas.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating concerns according to post orders.
• Document visitor, staff, and contractor activity, maintain accurate logs, and communicate security-related information to site contacts and/or Allied Universal leadership.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the location and perimeter, observing conditions and reporting unusual activity, hazards, and/or policy violations.

Minimum Requirements:

• A tuberculosis test and MMR vaccinations are required in accordance with DPSS/DHS COLA requirements.
• Possess at least 6 months of security-related experience.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet preferred.
• Access control and badge experience 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 .

Job ID: 2026-1640578

Location: United States-South Carolina-Columbia

Job Category: Security Officer