Juvenile Correctional Security Officer - Badge Validation

Allied Universal • Columbia, SC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Juvenile Correctional Security Officer - Badge Validation 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 an Access Control Officer at a government location, you will help manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor access activity, and support a welcoming environment for staff and visitors. This driving position may include routine patrols, a visible presence to help deter incidents, and clear communication. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, innovative team, where a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity guide every shift.

Requirements

• A valid driver’s license is required in the state where the job is located.
• Be able to meet DPSS/DHS tuberculosis test and MMR vaccination requirements.
• Have at least 6 months of security-related experience.
• 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.
• 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.
• Have access control and badge experience, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to staff, visitors, youth, and authorized contractors while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Control access to the facility by verifying identification, credentials, and authorization; maintain visitor logs; and direct individuals according to established entry and exit procedures.
• Monitor access points, alarms, cameras, and communication systems; report unusual activity, prohibited items, or access concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established protocols and documenting actions taken.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned interior and exterior areas, including entrances, exits, and perimeter locations, to help deter unauthorized access and support a secure environment.

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