Security Officer Part Time Access Control

Allied Universal; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k plan

Paid training and career growth

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Part Time Access Control in Columbia, SC. You will manage entry points, verify credentials, and provide professional customer service to employees and visitors while maintaining a secure environment.

The role emphasizes adaptiveness, teamwork, and integrity, with scheduling options and opportunities to grow within a leading security services company.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of security-related experience is required.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check and drug screen per policy.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, drivers, and/or delivery personnel by carrying out site-specific access control procedures.
• Monitor and manage entry and exit points, verify credentials, maintain logs, and direct authorized individuals.
• Control access for deliveries and vehicle traffic, report unauthorized access or unusual activity.
• Respond to incidents calmly, following reporting and escalation procedures.
• Conduct regular patrols of access points, loading areas, and perimeter to deter unauthorized activity.

Skills

Access control

Customer service

Security experience

Computer/tablet use

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Alarm panel

Badge access control

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 Control in Columbia, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, 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. Join Allied Universal as an Access Control Officer at a logistics and distribution location, helping manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor access activity, and respond to alarm-related concerns. You will provide professional customer service, maintain clear communication, and support a secure environment for employees, visitors, and operations. Bring your experience and technology skills to a caring, agile team that delivers through teamwork and integrity.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $16.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon05:00 PM - 01:00 AMSun05:00 PM - 01:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, drivers, and/or delivery personnel by carrying out site-specific access control procedures, policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor and manage entry and exit points for the logistics and distribution location, verifying credentials, maintaining visitor and driver logs, and directing authorized individuals to designated areas.
• Control access for deliveries, shipments, and vehicle traffic in accordance with site procedures, reporting unauthorized access attempts or unusual activity to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established reporting and escalation procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of access points, loading areas, parking areas, and the business perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least 2 years of security-related experience is required.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Alarm panel experience 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.