Security Detention Officer - Access Control

Security Detention Officer - Access Control

As a Security Detention Officer - Access Control in Columbia, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. Join Allied Universal as an Unarmed Patrol Officer serving a dynamic public-sector location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, remain visible to help discourage security-related incidents, and support access control activities. You will deliver outstanding customer service and communication while contributing to a caring, agile, reliable, and innovative team culture built on integrity and teamwork.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.95 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Day Time Wed 05:45 AM - 06:00 PM

Thur 05:45 AM - 06:00 PM

Sat 05:45 AM - 06:00 PM

What You'll 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, documenting details and sharing information with site contacts and/or local responders when needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the location and perimeter, remaining aware of changing conditions and reporting unusual activity or maintenance concerns.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 2 years of security-related experience.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Access control and badge experience 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 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.

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

2026-1639040