Juvenile Correctional Security Officer Access

Allied Universal • Irmo, SC

2d • 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 Juvenile Correctional Security Officer Access 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. As a Security Officer at a government juvenile services location, you will manage access control, verify credentials, monitor entry points, and provide professional customer service to visitors and staff. You will use technology to support badge and access activities while helping to maintain a secure environment. This driving position requires a valid driver’s license. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and caring team, where integrity and teamwork guide every interaction.

Requirements

• A valid driver’s license is required in the state where the job is located.
• Have at least 6 months of security-related experience.
• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet preferred.
• Access control and badge experience preferred.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet preferred.
• Access control and badge experience preferred.
• Customer service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to staff, visitors, residents, and contractors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at a government juvenile services location.
• Monitor access points and verify credentials, authorizations, and visitor entry requirements in accordance with site procedures.
• Control entry and exit of personnel, visitors, vehicles, and deliveries; maintain accurate access-related logs and documentation.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, notifying appropriate site personnel and emergency responders as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned access points, facility areas, and perimeter locations to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.

Benefits

• 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…

What This Job Offers

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