Juvenile Detention Officer - Entry Access

Allied Universal•Irmo, SC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Juvenile Detention Officer - Entry Access in Columbia, South Carolina, you will help safeguard a government juvenile services facility and maintain a secure environment for youth, staff, and visitors. The role includes managing facility entry points, verifying access credentials, monitoring activity, providing customer service, communicating clearly, using computer or tablet systems, and conducting routine patrols. This is a part-time driving position with scheduled shifts on Tuesday from 5:45 AM to 6:00 PM and Friday from 5:45 PM to 6:00 AM. The pay rate is $17.00 per hour.

Requirements

At least 6 months of security-related experience.
Valid driver’s license in the state where the job is located; required for driving positions.
Meet DPSS/DHS tuberculosis test and MMR vaccination requirements.
At least 18 years of age for unarmed roles or 21 years of age or older for armed roles.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Applicants are subject to a background investigation in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Applicants are 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 before employment.

Nice To Haves

Customer service experience.
Comfort using a computer or tablet.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to staff, visitors, youth residents, and authorized vendors while following security procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities.
Control facility access by verifying identification, checking authorization, maintaining visitor logs, and directing individuals according to site requirements.
Monitor entry and exit points, access-control equipment, and restricted areas; report unauthorized access attempts, damaged equipment, and unusual activity.
Respond calmly to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in accordance with established procedures, communicating with site leadership and/or emergency responders.
Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned entrances, perimeter areas, and access points to deter unauthorized activity and identify security concerns.