Security Officer Full Time Visitor Access

Allied Universal • Columbia, SC

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About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a full-time Security Officer in Columbia, South Carolina, to serve and safeguard clients. In this front-desk role, the officer creates a welcoming, professional first impression while supporting access control and visitor badge processes. The position involves monitoring visitor activity, communicating clearly with employees and guests, and addressing security-related concerns. The listed schedule is Monday through Friday, 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., at a pay rate of $19.89 per hour.

The officer provides customer service to visitors, employees, and vendors while following site-specific procedures, access-control protocols, and emergency response activities when appropriate. Applicants must be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles or 21 or older for armed roles, and must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Employment is contingent on applicable background investigation and drug screening requirements. Licensing may be required under state or local regulations.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles or at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Submit to a background investigation as a condition of employment, in accordance with applicable laws.
• Submit to a drug screen as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by law.
• Meet applicable state or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.

Nice To Haves

• Comfort using a computer or tablet.
• Experience with access control and badges.
• Customer service experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and vendors by following site-specific procedures, access-control protocols, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Greet guests, verify visitor information, issue visitor credentials, and direct individuals to appropriate locations.
• Monitor entry points, visitor activity, and available communication systems, and report unusual activity or concerns according to site-specific procedures.
• Respond calmly to incidents and critical situations, notify appropriate personnel, and document events as required.
• Maintain accurate visitor logs, package records, and other front-desk documentation.

Benefits

• Retirement savings plan, including 401(k) plans for full-time positions.
• Medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Paid training and career growth opportunities.
• Employee discounts through the Perks Program.
• Schedules that fit with personal life goals.
• Access to technology for viewing and claiming additional shifts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED