Juvenile Corrections Security Officer - Entry Control

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 Juvenile Corrections Security Officer - Entry Control in Columbia, SC , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Access Control Security Professional with Allied Universal at a government location, you will monitor entry points, verify access, conduct routine patrols, and maintain a visible presence that helps deter incidents. You will support a welcoming, professional environment through strong communication and customer service while upholding integrity and teamwork. This driving position requires a valid driver’s license.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeWed05:45 PM - 06:00 AMFri05:45 PM - 06:00 AMSat05:45 PM - 06:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to staff, visitors, youth residents, and contractors by carrying out access-control procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify identification and authorization, maintain visitor logs, and direct individuals to appropriate locations within the government facility.
• Respond to incidents, access-control concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner while promptly communicating observations to site leadership and emergency personnel as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned entrances, parking areas, building perimeters, and other designated areas to help deter unauthorized access and identify security-related concerns.
• Prepare clear, accurate reports of access activity, incidents, unusual conditions, and actions taken in accordance with Allied Universal and site-specific procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license is required in the state where the job is located.
• Possess at least 6 months of security-related experience.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet preferred.
• Have customer service experience 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.

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

2026-1654224