Security Officer - Roving Patrol

Allied Universal • Columbia, SC

8h • $18 • 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. Job Description As a Security Officer - Roving Patrol in Columbia, SC , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. As an unarmed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a county government location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, conduct routine foot and/or vehicle rounds, and stay highly visible to help to deter security-related incidents. You will support access control and badge checks, document activity, and communicate clearly with staff and visitors. Join a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, people-first, and driven by integrity.

Requirements

• Have at least 2+ years of security-related experience.
• Be at least 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.
• 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/Badge Experience - preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned areas, including buildings, grounds, and perimeter, to help to deter unwanted activity.
• Monitor and report unusual activity, hazards, and maintenance concerns, and communicate observations to site contacts and/or Allied Universal supervision.
• Complete required reports, logs, and incident documentation in a timely manner, following site-specific post orders.

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 and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: 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