Government Facility Security Guard

Allied Universal • Columbia, SC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Government Facility Security Guard in Columbia, 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. Join Allied Universal as an unarmed patrol officer at a government corrections location, where you will conduct routine patrols, remain visible to help deter security-related incidents, and support staff and visitors through strong communication and customer service. This driving post offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working with a team that values agility, reliability, innovation, care, and integrity.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years of age.
• A valid driver’s license is required in the state where the job is located.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 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.
• 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 by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities appropriate to a government correctional location.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner while following established post orders and reporting protocols.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of buildings, grounds, entry points, housing areas, and perimeter locations to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or identify unusual conditions.
• Monitor movement at assigned access points, verify credentials and/or visitor authorizations, and document daily activities, observations, and incident details in required reports.
• Communicate with site personnel, supervisors, and/or first responders regarding security-related concerns, policy violations, and changing conditions at the location.

Benefits

• Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

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