Detention Security Guard - Full Time

Allied Universal•Columbia, SC

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About The Position

As a Detention Security Guard in Columbia, South Carolina, you will serve and safeguard clients at assigned county facilities. The role is described as an unarmed patrol position, monitoring and patrolling facilities, maintaining a visible presence to help deter incidents, supporting access control activities, and providing customer service and communication. Work environments and conditions may vary by client site. The position is full-time and pays $17.95 per hour. The listed schedule is Monday, Friday, and Sunday, 5:45 AM to 6:00 PM. Allied Universal describes its workplace as dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative, with a people-first culture guided by integrity.

Requirements

At least 2 years of security-related experience.
At least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Applicants are subject to a background investigation in accordance with applicable laws.
Applicants are subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
Licensing requirements may apply under state or local laws and may be required before employment.
A valid driver's license is required for driving positions only.

Nice To Haves

Access control and badge experience.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service by carrying out security-related procedures and site-specific policies, and participating in emergency response activities when appropriate.
Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner.
Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter.
Monitor and patrol assigned county facilities, maintaining a visible presence to help deter incidents.
Support access control activities and provide effective communication.