Detention Facility Security Officer Perimeter Access

Overview

Allied Universal North Americas 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 Detention Facility Security Officer - Perimeter Access in Columbia SC you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer you will monitor and patrol assigned areas maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents support access control activities and deliver exceptional customer service and communication. Join Allied Universals agile reliable and innovative team where a caring culture puts people first and integrity guides every interaction.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.95 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Day Time

05:45 PM - 06:00 AM

05:45 PM - 06:00 AM

05:45 PM - 06:00 AM

What Youll Do:

• 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 following established site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols throughout assigned buildings grounds parking areas and perimeter locations to help to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points and report unusual conditions maintenance concerns and security-related incidents to appropriate personnel.
• Complete required activity logs incident reports and shift documentation in accordance with site and Allied Universal procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess at least two years of security-related experience.
• Experience with access control and badge systems is preferred.
• 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 drivers license will be required for driving positions only.

Why Join Us:

• 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.

BENEFITS:

• Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions
• Schedules that fit with your personal life goals
• Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
• Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants entertainment venues and much more

Closing

Allied Universal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity age color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin genetic information disability protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: .

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Requisition ID

2026-1703281

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority