Government Center Security Guard - Full Time

Allied Universal•North Charleston, SC

7d•Onsite

About The Position

As a full-time Unarmed Security Officer supporting a government corrections environment in Charleston, South Carolina, you will help safeguard clients by monitoring and patrolling assigned areas, maintaining a visible presence to deter incidents, and communicating professionally with staff and visitors. This is a driving post requiring a valid driver’s license. The role provides customer service to staff, visitors, and members of the public while carrying out security procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities. Duties also include monitoring access points, verifying authorized entry, documenting visitor, contractor, and delivery activity, conducting unarmed patrols, responding professionally to incidents, and preparing accurate reports. The position is scheduled Tuesday through Thursday, 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM, and pays $17.00 per hour. Applicants must meet the stated experience, age, education, and licensing requirements and are subject to background investigation and drug screening as permitted by law.

Requirements

A valid driver’s license in the state where the job is located; a valid driver’s license is required for driving positions.
At least one year of law enforcement experience, at least two years of security-related supervisory or management experience, or at least three years of security-related experience.
At least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21 or older for armed roles.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Applicants are subject to a background investigation in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Applicants are 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.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to staff, visitors, and members of the public while carrying out security procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at a government correctional location.
Monitor access points, verify authorized entry, and document visitor, contractor, and delivery activity in accordance with site requirements.
Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, perimeter areas, and access points to identify and report unusual activity, hazards, or policy violations.
Respond calmly and professionally to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations, promptly notifying appropriate site personnel or emergency responders.
Prepare clear, accurate reports of incidents, observations, patrols, and other security-related activities in accordance with established procedures.