Juvenile Detention Security Officer - Entry Access

Allied Universal • Irmo, SC

4d • 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 Detention Security Officer - Entry Access in Columbia, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Access Control Officer at a government location, where you will help manage entry activity, monitor assigned areas, and support security-related protocols with professionalism and strong communication. This is a driving post, offering the opportunity to stay active, remain visible to help deter incidents, and deliver outstanding service. Guided by teamwork, integrity, and a people-first culture, you will make a meaningful impact each day.

Requirements

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

• Customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service by carrying out site-specific procedures, verifying credentials, and monitoring entry and exit activity at designated access points within a government location.
• Control visitor, staff, and contractor access by checking identification, maintaining required logs, and communicating access concerns to site contacts and/or supervisors.
• Respond to incidents, policy concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including documenting observations and reporting security-related issues as needed.
• Monitor entrances, exits, screening areas, and restricted locations to help to deter unauthorized access, prohibited items, and other unusual activity.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around assigned areas and perimeter locations, while observing conditions and reporting maintenance, access control, and security-related concerns.

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