Security Officer - Secure Entry Desk

Allied Universal • Columbia, SC

3d • $23 • 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 - Secure Entry Desk in Columbia, SC , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Utilities, and more. As an Allied Universal Officer at a utilities location, you will help manage access control by verifying credentials, issuing and tracking badges, and guiding visitors and contractors to the right check-in points. You will conduct routine patrols, monitor activity, document security-related incidents, and communicate clearly with site teams. Bring an agile, reliable, and innovative mindset, support a people-first culture, and deliver through teamwork with integrity.

Requirements

• Have at least 6 months of security-related experience.
• 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

• Loss prevention experience is preferred.
• A guard card and/or security license is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to personnel and visitors by following access control procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at a utilities location.
• Control entry and exit by checking identification, managing badges and/or visitor logs, and directing individuals to approved areas in accordance with post orders.
• Monitor gates, lobbies, and/or access points using security-related systems such as cameras, alarms, and access control panels, and report irregular activity per procedure.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including contacting site leadership and/or emergency services as directed.
• Complete required documentation such as incident reports, access logs, and shift activity reports, and communicate relevant information during shift transitions.

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