Security Officer Juvenile Corrections

Allied Universal; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer for its Juvenile Corrections role, offering a starting pay of $17/hour. This position involves safeguarding clients across various sectors and providing excellent customer service, with numerous perks and career growth opportunities included.

Benefits

Health insurance

401k plans

Ongoing paid training programs

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• 25+ years of age for this position.
• 1+ years of relevant experience in corrections, law enforcement, or security.
• Ability to walk/stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service and enforce safety procedures.
• Respond to incidents in a calm and effective manner.
• Conduct regular patrols of the premises.

Skills

Customer Service

Calm Under Pressure

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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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. We offer comprehensive benefits for most full-time positions, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, a retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks, and more.

Job Description

As a Security Officer, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, Healthcare, Education, Government and more.

Juvenile Corrections Security Professional Hiring Event 6.18.2025

Now Hiring Security Screening Professionals for the Department of Juvenile Justice.

Open Interviews: 10:00am until 2:00pm.

Starting Base Pay $17 / Hour.

Schedule your interview here: https://tinyurl.com/2vju4vaj

Location:

140 Stoneridge Drive
Suite 670
Columbia, SC 29210

Qualifications

• 25+ Years of Age
• Previous Corrections or Law Enforcement Experience or Security Experience - +1 Years
• Walk/Stand for Long Periods of Time
• This is a High-Volume Position. Requires the Ability to Stay Calm Under Pressure

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out safety and security 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 patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.

Minimum Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience
• 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

Perks And 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 any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.

Requisition ID

2025-1391682

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other, Information Technology, and Management

Industries

• Professional Services

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