Detention Facility Security Officer Armed 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 - Armed Access in Charleston SC you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal you will monitor and patrol a government corrections location maintaining a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents. This driving post requires a valid drivers license and offers the opportunity to communicate professionally respond to concerns and deliver exceptional service. Join a caring agile reliable and innovative team that puts people first works together and acts with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.50 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Day Time

06:00 AM - 06:00 PM

06:00 AM - 06:00 PM

06:00 AM - 06:00 PM

What Youll Do:

• Provide customer service to staff visitors and authorized personnel by carrying out security-related procedures site-specific policies and when appropriate emergency response activities within a correctional government location.
• Respond to incidents disturbances and critical situations in a calm professional problem-solving manner following established reporting and escalation procedures.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of assigned buildings grounds access points and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity and identify unusual conditions.
• Monitor access to designated areas verify authorization as required and report suspicious activity policy violations and facility concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Prepare accurate daily activity reports incident documentation and shift handoff communications in accordance with site-specific requirements.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid drivers license is required in the state where the job is located.
• Possess 1 years law enforcement experience OR 2 years security supervisor/manager experience OR 3 years security experience.
• Possess an Armed Guard Card/License.
• Be at least 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.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
• 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

2026-1678362

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority