Security Officer - Part Time Credential Desk
About The Position
As a Security Officer - Part Time Credential Desk in West Columbia, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. Join Allied Universal at a fast-paced logistics and distribution location where you will support access control operations by welcoming employees and visitors, verifying badges and credentials, managing check-in procedures, and monitoring entry points for security-related concerns. You will remain visible, conduct routine patrols of assigned areas, and communicate clearly with site teams. Bring agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity to help maintain smooth daily operations.
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.
- Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable 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.
- Customer Service Experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to site personnel and visitors by following Allied Universal security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
- Control access at gates, guard shacks, and/or entry points by verifying identification, issuing visitor credentials, maintaining access logs, and directing drivers to appropriate check-in locations.
- Monitor inbound and outbound vehicle and trailer movement at a logistics and distribution location by checking shipping paperwork as required, confirming appointment information, and communicating discrepancies to site contacts.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including documenting events and escalating concerns per post orders.
- Conduct regular and random patrols around the facility and perimeter, checking doors, docks, and staging areas for unusual conditions and reporting maintenance and/or security-related concerns.
Benefits
- Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
- Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
- Financial Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
- Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
