State Government Facility Security Officer

Allied Universal • North Charleston, SC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

As a State Government Facility Security Officer in Charleston, South Carolina, you will serve and safeguard clients at a government corrections location. This is an unarmed, driving patrol position requiring a valid driver’s license. You will help maintain a secure environment for staff and visitors while providing customer service and communication in a manner consistent with Allied Universal’s people-first culture, integrity, and teamwork.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license in the state where the job is located; required for this driving position.
• At least 1 year of law enforcement experience, or at least 2 years of security supervisor/manager experience, or at least 3 years of security experience.
• At least 18 years of age for unarmed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Applicants are subject to a background investigation in accordance with applicable laws.
• Applicants are subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may apply under state or local laws and regulations and may be required before employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to staff, visitors, and authorized personnel by following site-specific procedures, access-control requirements, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, perimeter areas, and access points; identify and report unusual activity, facility concerns, or policy violations.
• Monitor access points and verify authorization for individuals entering or exiting assigned areas in accordance with site-specific procedures.
• Respond calmly and professionally to incidents, disturbances, alarms, and critical situations; promptly notify appropriate personnel or emergency responders.
• Prepare clear, accurate reports and maintain required logs related to patrols, incidents, observations, and security activities.

Benefits

• Access to a retirement savings plan, including 401(k) plans for full-time positions.
• Medical/health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Paid training.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Employee discounts through the Perks Program.
• Access to technology to view and claim additional shifts.

What This Job Offers

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