Juvenile Facility Security Officer - Visitor Processing

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k plans

Flexible schedules

Ongoing training programs

Perks program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal in Columbia, SC seeks a Juvenile Facility Security Officer - Visitor Processing to support government facilities. This part-time role focuses on access control, customer service, and safe entry procedures.

You will verify credentials, monitor entry points, and respond to security incidents, with a flexible day/evening schedule and opportunities for training and growth. Minimum six months security experience and a high school diploma are required.

Qualifications

• Six months of security-related experience required.
• Valid driver’s license required per Allied Universal policy.
• Access control and badge experience preferred.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to staff, visitors, youth, and authorized personnel while carrying out security-related procedures and emergency response activities.
• Control access to the government facility by verifying identification, monitoring entry points, maintaining visitor logs, and directing individuals per site procedures.
• Monitor access-control systems, alarms, and communication equipment; report irregular activity and security concerns.
• Respond to incidents in a calm, problem-solving manner following established protocols and contacting emergency services or site leadership when needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols to deter unauthorized activity and identify security concerns.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication

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 Facility Security Officer - Visitor Processing 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 manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor access activity, and support a welcoming environment for staff and visitors. You will use computer-based systems, communicate professionally, and help address security-related concerns while following site procedures. This is a driving position. Join Allied Universal, where agile, reliable, and innovative teams put people first and act with integrity.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $17.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

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

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to staff, visitors, youth, and authorized personnel while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Control access to the government facility by verifying identification, monitoring entry and exit points, maintaining visitor logs, and directing individuals in accordance with site procedures.
• Monitor access-control systems, alarms, and communication equipment; report irregular activity, unauthorized access attempts, and facility concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established protocols and contacting emergency services or site leadership when needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned areas and the perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least six months of security-related experience is required.
• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• 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.

Requisition ID

2026-1745959