Detention Security Guard - Full Time Unarmed

Allied Universal•Columbia, SC
•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 Detention Security Guard - Full Time Unarmed in Columbia, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal, you will monitor and patrol assigned county locations, maintaining a visible presence that helps deter incidents. You will conduct routine rounds, support access control and badge processes, respond to security-related concerns, and provide professional customer service. Join a caring, agile, reliable, and innovative team that puts people first, works together, and acts with integrity.

Requirements

  • Have at least 2 years of security-related experience.
  • Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed 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.
  • As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
  • A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.

Nice To Haves

  • Access control and badge experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Provide customer service to our 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 unarmed patrols throughout assigned areas and around the property perimeter.
  • Observe and report unusual activity, policy violations, hazards and maintenance concerns to appropriate personnel.
  • Maintain accurate activity logs and incident reports in accordance with site procedures.

Benefits

  • Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
  • Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
  • Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
  • Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.
  • 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…
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