Corrections  Security Officer - Armed Access

Allied Universal • North Charleston, SC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

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. As a Corrections Security Officer - Armed Access in Charleston, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, 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 Armed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal, you will monitor and patrol a government corrections location, maintaining a visible presence to help deter incidents. This driving post calls for strong communication, professional customer service, and sound judgment while supporting security-related operations. Join a caring, agile, and reliable team that puts people first, works together, and acts with integrity.

Requirements

• A valid driver’s license is required in the state where the job is located.
• Possess 1 or more years of law enforcement experience, 2 or more years of security supervisor or manager experience, or 3 or more years of security experience.
• Possess an Armed Guard Card or license.
• Be at least 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.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
• 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, and/or other authorized individuals by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate within a government correctional environment.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established post orders and notification procedures.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, access points, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
• Monitor access to designated areas, verify authorization as required, and report unusual activity, prohibited items, and/or policy violations to appropriate personnel.
• Prepare clear and accurate reports, maintain required logs, and communicate observations and incidents to Allied Universal supervision and site leadership.

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…

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED