Government Center Security Officer - Site Access

Allied Universal•Columbia, SC

6h•Onsite

About The Position

As a Government Center Security Officer - Site Access in Columbia, South Carolina, you will serve and safeguard clients at county facilities as an unarmed patrol officer. You will monitor and patrol assigned facilities, maintain a visible security presence, support access control activities, provide professional customer service, communicate with visitors and staff, and respond to routine concerns with integrity and teamwork. The position is full-time and pays $17.95 per hour. The schedule is Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday from 5:45 PM to 6:00 AM.

Requirements

At least 2 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.
State or local licensing may be required prior to employment.
A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions only.

Nice To Haves

Access control and badge experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Carry out security-related procedures and site-specific policies while providing customer service to clients.
Perform emergency response activities when appropriate.
Respond calmly to incidents and critical situations, documenting observations and actions according to site procedures.
Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of assigned areas, buildings, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help deter unauthorized activity.
Monitor access points and report suspicious activity, hazards, and policy violations to appropriate site contacts and/or emergency personnel.
Maintain accurate activity logs, incident reports, and shift communications.
Represent Allied Universal professionally.