Security Guard - Detention Center

Allied Universal • Columbia, SC

4h • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Guard - Detention Center in Columbia, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. Join Allied Universal as an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a dynamic public sector location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, support access control activities, and provide exceptional customer service and communication. In this role, you will help to deter security-related incidents through a visible presence while working with a team that values agility, reliability, innovation, integrity, and a people-first culture.

Requirements

• Security experience of 2+ years is required.
• Applicants must be 21+ years of age.
• 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

• Access control and badge experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or, when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter, noting unusual activity and reporting concerns according to site procedures.
• Assist with access control, visitor interactions, and routine observations as directed by site-specific policies.
• Work in environments and conditions that may vary by location.

Benefits

• Access to a retirement savings plan
• medical insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• basic life and AD&D insurance
• disability insurance
• Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• 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