Juvenile Correctional Security Officer - Entry Authorization

Allied Universal • Ridgeville, 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 - Entry Authorization in Ridgeville, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Access Control Security Professional in a government location, you will manage entry points, verify credentials, support badge-related processes, and help maintain an orderly environment for staff and visitors. You will provide exceptional customer service, communicate clearly, and help deter security-related incidents through a visible, professional presence. This is a driving position. Join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, caring, and integrity guide our work.

Requirements

• A valid driver’s license is required in the state where the job is located.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Have at least six months of security-related experience.
• Meet DPSS/DHS tuberculosis test and MMR vaccination requirements.
• 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

• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to staff, visitors, youth residents, and authorized contractors by carrying out access-control procedures, site-specific policies, and appropriate emergency response activities at a government juvenile services location.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify identification and authorization, maintain visitor logs, and direct individuals according to established facility procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, promptly notifying appropriate personnel and documenting activities as required.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned access points, building areas, and perimeter locations to help deter unauthorized entry and identify security-related concerns.
• Maintain clear communication with site personnel and Allied Universal leadership regarding access issues, unusual activity, and policy violations.

Benefits

• Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

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