Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Guest Services

Alliedbarton Security Services; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Retirement plan

Exclusive perks

Shift flexibility

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Guest Services in Charleston, SC. You will have a fixed anchor shift with the option to pick up extra shifts via our scheduling platform, enabling you to increase earnings while gaining experience across sites.

The role emphasizes exceptional customer service at a financial institution reception area, with responsibilities including visitor screening, access control, and incident response.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of security-related experience (preferred).
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service to clients, visitors, and employees at a financial institution reception area.
• Greet and screen visitors, verify identification and appointments, issue visitor credentials, and maintain records.
• Monitor access points, lobby activity, alarms, cameras, and other security systems; report unusual activity.

Skills

Customer service

Reception duties

Security awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer/tablet proficiency

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

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 Guest Services in Charleston, 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: $21.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeFri08:00 AM - 05:00 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.

This role is ideal for candidates seeking part‑time employment with flexibility, income stability, and opportunities to build‑up to a full‑time schedule of up to 40 hours per week; always with the option to scale back when needed.

Responsibilities:

• Provide exceptional customer service to clients, visitors, and employees at a financial institution reception area while carrying out site‑specific security‑related procedures and policies.
• Greet and screen visitors, verify identification and appointments, issue visitor credentials, and maintain accurate visitor and access records.
• Monitor access points, lobby activity, alarms, cameras, and other security‑related systems, reporting unusual activity or concerns according to established procedures.
• Respond to incidents, customer concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem‑solving manner, following emergency response protocols when appropriate.
• Maintain a professional front desk presence, answer incoming calls, direct guests to appropriate personnel, and communicate relevant information to Allied Universal leadership and site contacts.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least 1 year of security‑related experience is required.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Customer service 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:

• 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.

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.