Juvenile Corrections Security Officer - Entry Screening

Allied Universal • Irmo, SC

20h • 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 Corrections Security Officer - Entry Screening in Columbia, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal in a government location where you will help manage access points, monitor assigned areas, and conduct routine patrols to help support a secure environment. In this driving post, you will remain visible, assist with security-related concerns, and deliver outstanding customer service and communication. Be part of a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, and guided by integrity and a people-first culture.

Requirements

• Possess at least 6 months of security-related experience.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy 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

• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet, preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to staff, visitors, and/or vendors by carrying out access control procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a government location.
• Monitor entrances, exits, and restricted areas to help manage authorized access, verify identification and/or credentials, and document visitor activity in accordance with site protocols.
• Respond to incidents, policy concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and communicate with site contacts and/or public officials as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the location and perimeter, observing for unusual activity, unsecured entry points, and other security-related concerns.
• Prepare clear and accurate reports related to access activity, incidents, and daily observations, and help support orderly operations through consistent application of post instructions.

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