Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Access Control

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Career growth

Smart tools

Benefits package

Employee discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer – Part Time Enhanced in Central, SC to provide customer service, monitor access points, and respond to incidents with professionalism and calm.

The role offers fixed anchor shifts and the option to pick up additional shifts via our scheduling platform, enabling higher earnings while gaining hands-on security experience at a dedicated site.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Background check and drug screening are part of employment.
• Armed roles require 21+ years of age; unarmed roles require 18+.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, contractors, and visitors with site-specific procedures.
• Monitor entry/exit points and verify credentials; maintain logs.
• Respond to incidents and alarms calmly following site protocols.
• Conduct regular patrols of assigned areas and report issues.
• Maintain access-control records and communicate with site contacts.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Patrols

Emergency response

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Access control systems

Badge readers

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.

Life doesn’t always follow a fixed schedule. That’s why we created the Security Officer – Part Time Enhanced position: a flexible, dependable option for individuals looking to supplement their income, gain hands‑on experience, or work toward a full‑time career with the industry leader.

As a Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Access Control in Central, SC, this role is designed to provide reliable, consistent hours at an assigned site with the flexibility for you to earn more by picking‑up additional shifts when it works for you.

Pay Rate: $17.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Tue 02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

How This Role Works:

• Fixed-Shift Commitment (“Anchor Shifts”): You will be hired for a designated site and weekly shift that serves as your reliable base schedule. This assignment requires a six (6) month commitment.
• Earn More, Claim-A-Shift Program: In addition to your fixed shift, you may pick‑up extra shifts through our scheduling platform, allowing you to increase earnings and gain experience across multiple sites. Work part‑time hours this week and full‑time the next. It’s all up to you.

Responsibilities:

• Provide customer service to employees, contractors, and visitors by carrying out site‑specific security‑related procedures, access‑control policies, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials and authorization, maintain visitor and contractor logs, and help control access to restricted operational areas.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, access‑control concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner, following established site protocols.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned areas, access points, parking areas, and the facility perimeter while reporting unusual conditions or policy concerns.
• Assist with maintaining accurate access‑control records and communicating relevant information to site contacts and Allied Universal leadership.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• A guard card or license is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Alarm panel 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:

• Flexible Scheduling: Choose from a variety of open shifts that align with your availability and lifestyle.
• Career Growth: Clear path to full‑time roles and ongoing advancement through paid training programs.
• Smart Tools: Access exclusive technology for real‑time shift visibility and claiming.
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plans, and disability insurance; seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked; 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments (unused vacation is only paid out where required by law).
• Employee Perks: Enjoy discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and more 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…

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.