Correctional Security Guard - Patrol

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

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 Correctional Security Guard - Patrol in Columbia, SC , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a government corrections location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and support daily operations through strong communication and customer service. This is a driving post requiring a valid driver’s license in job state. Join a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, and guided by integrity and care for people.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon06:00 PM - 06:00 AMThur06:00 PM - 06:00 AMSun06:00 PM - 06:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to staff, visitors, and/or the public by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a government location.
• Respond to incidents, unusual activity, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and document observations and/or actions according to post orders.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of buildings, grounds, entrances, exits, and perimeter areas to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify conditions that may require attention.
• Monitor access points and movement throughout the location, verify credentials when required, and report policy violations, disturbances, and/or maintenance concerns to the appropriate personnel.
• Support daily operations by maintaining a visible presence, communicating with site contacts and/or law enforcement when needed, and following Allied Universal standards for reporting and escalation.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license is required in the state where the job is located.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• 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.

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.

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

2026-1634828