Unarmed Patrol & Access Control Specialist

Allied Universal; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k

Paid training

Perks program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal in Columbia, SC is seeking a Detention Security Officer - Full Time Entrance to provide security and customer service at client sites. The role is unarmed patrol-focused, with day-time schedules and a pay rate of $17.95 per hour.

You will monitor and deter incidents, conduct patrols of the location and perimeter, and support access control and badge processes. Allied Universal values teamwork, ongoing training, and a culture of integrity across shifts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of security-related experience.
• 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 undergo a background investigation in accordance with laws.
• A drug screen may be required where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may be required prior to employment.
• A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related 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 location and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Access control systems

Job description

Allied Universal in Columbia, SC is seeking a Detention Security Officer - Full Time Entrance to provide security and customer service at client sites. The role is unarmed patrol-focused, with day-time schedules and a pay rate of $17.95 per hour.

You will monitor and deter incidents, conduct patrols of the location and perimeter, and support access control and badge processes. Allied Universal values teamwork, ongoing training, and a culture of integrity across shifts.