Youth Detention Security Officer - Entry Monitor

Allied Universal • Irmo, SC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Youth Detention Security Officer - Entry Monitor in Columbia, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, 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 as an Access Control Officer at a government location, where you will monitor entry points, verify credentials, and support daily security-related operations with professionalism and care. This is a driving post. You will remain visible to help deter incidents, assist visitors and staff, and contribute to a dependable team that values agility, reliability, innovation, and integrity.

Requirements

• A valid driver’s license is required in the state where the job is located.
• Security experience of 6+ months is required.
• Must be 21+ years of age.
• 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.
• 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

• Being comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and staff by following site-specific security-related procedures, access protocols, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials and/or identification, screen authorized visitors and deliveries, and help to deter unauthorized access within a government location.
• Maintain visitor logs, badge distribution records, and other access control documentation while communicating clearly with site personnel regarding entry requests and/or unusual activity.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and report observations through required site and Allied Universal procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the location and perimeter, with working environments and conditions that may vary by site.

Benefits

• Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED