Security Officer Part Time Access

Alliedbarton Security Services; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plans

Employee discounts via perks program

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a part-time Security Officer (Access) in Charleston, SC. You will manage site entry, verify credentials, issue badges, monitor access points and patrol designated areas at a chemical/petrochemical location, while delivering professional customer service.

Join Allied Universal’s team for flexible scheduling, development opportunities, and a commitment to safety and integrity. If you are 18+ and have at least one year of security experience, apply today.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of security-related experience required.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet preferred.
• Access control and badge experience preferred.
• Age 18+ for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, contractors, visitors, and/or delivery personnel by carrying out site‑specific security‑related procedures, access‑control policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a chemical and petrochemical manufacturing location.
• Monitor and control access to the location by verifying credentials, issuing visitor badges, maintaining visitor and contractor logs, and directing authorized personnel to designated areas.
• Respond to access‑control alarms, incidents, and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner, following established site procedures and promptly communicating concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of access points, perimeter areas, parking locations, and other designated areas to identify and report unusual conditions or unauthorized activity.
• Maintain accurate security‑related records, including access activity, incident reports, shift logs, and equipment concerns, while supporting a professional and service‑oriented environment.

Skills

Security experience

Customer service

Access control

Computer/tablet proficiency

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 Security Officer Part Time Access in Charleston, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Chemical/Petrochemical, 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 chemical and petrochemical location, you will help maintain a secure environment by managing site entry, verifying credentials, issuing badges, monitoring access points, and conducting routine patrols. You will remain visible to help deter incidents while delivering professional customer service and clear communication. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, innovative team, where caring, teamwork, and integrity guide every security-related responsibility.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $17.51 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeWed10:00 PM - 06:00 AM Sat02:00 PM - 10:00 PM Sun02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

What You’ll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, contractors, visitors, and/or delivery personnel by carrying out site‑specific security‑related procedures, access‑control policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a chemical and petrochemical manufacturing location.
• Monitor and control access to the location by verifying credentials, issuing visitor badges, maintaining visitor and contractor logs, and directing authorized personnel to designated areas.
• Respond to access‑control alarms, incidents, and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner, following established site procedures and promptly communicating concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of access points, perimeter areas, parking locations, and other designated areas to identify and report unusual conditions or unauthorized activity.
• Maintain accurate security‑related records, including access activity, incident reports, shift logs, and equipment concerns, while supporting a professional and service‑oriented environment.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least 1 year of security-related experience is required.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Access control and badge 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.

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.