Unarmed Correctional Security Officer (Full-Time)

Alliedbarton Security Services; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 48,216,000 - 50,971,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Health benefits

Perks program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal in Charleston, SC is seeking a Correctional Security Guard - Full Time to safeguard government facilities. You will perform routine unarmed patrols, verify access, and maintain a visible presence to deter incidents while delivering professional customer service.

This driving post requires a valid driver’s license and a compliant background check. The position offers full-time schedules, competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for training and advancement within a

Qualifications

• A valid driver’s license in the state where the job is located.
• 1+ years of law enforcement experience OR 2+ years of security supervisor/manager experience OR 3+ years of security-related experience.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to staff, visitors, contractors, and other individuals at a government corrections location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and appropriate emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, perimeter areas, access points, and parking areas, reporting unusual conditions and policy violations.
• Monitor and control access to designated areas by verifying credentials, maintaining visitor logs, and following established entry and exit procedures.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner; notify appropriate site personnel and emergency responders as directed.
• Complete accurate reports, activity logs, and incident documentation, and communicate relevant information to Allied Universal leadership and site contacts.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Allied Universal in Charleston, SC is seeking a Correctional Security Guard - Full Time to safeguard government facilities. You will perform routine unarmed patrols, verify access, and maintain a visible presence to deter incidents while delivering professional customer service.

This driving post requires a valid driver’s license and a compliant background check. The position offers full-time schedules, competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for training and advancement within a