Security Officer Armed - Government Site

Alliedbarton Security Services; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k plans

Flexible schedules

Paid training

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Officer Armed for a Government Site in Columbia, SC. This part-time role offers flexible shifts and the ability to claim extra hours. You will monitor, patrol, respond to incidents, and provide professional customer service to clients and staff.

Requirements include 3+ years of security or military experience or a college degree, an armed guard card, and being at least 21. A high school diploma is required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of combined law enforcement, military, or security experience, or a college degree.
• Armed guard card or license.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background investigation required by federal, state, and local laws.
• Background histories considered per applicable laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements depend on state/local laws and regulations.
• A valid driver’s license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures and site-specific policies.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner.
• Conduct regular armed patrols around the business and perimeter; vary by client site.

Skills

Customer service

Observation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College degree

Tools

Armed guard license

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 Security Officer Armed - Government Site in Columbia, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. 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 Armed Security Officer, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintaining a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents. You will respond to situations with professionalism, communicate clearly with visitors and staff, and provide exceptional customer service. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and innovative team, where a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity guide every shift.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $18.96 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeSat07:00 AM - 07:00 PMSun03:00 PM - 11:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies and, when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 3 years of combined law enforcement, military, or security-related experience, or possess a college degree.
• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• Be at least 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.Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
• 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.