Security Officer - Corrections Site Patrol
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. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, a retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, and other perks, depending on the position and eligibility.
As a Security Officer - Corrections Site Patrol in Columbia, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Corrections, and more. As a Patrol Unarmed Officer with Allied Universal, you will monitor and patrol assigned correctional locations, helping to deter security-related incidents and maintain a secure environment. Your presence and routine patrols will support a sense of order while you provide outstanding customer service and communication to everyone on site. By upholding our values of teamwork, reliability, and integrity, you will play a key role in fostering a positive atmosphere for all individuals at the location.
Position Type : Full Time
Pay Rate : $17.95 / Hour
Job Schedule : DayTimeWed05 : 45 PM - 06 : 00 AMFri05 : 45 PM - 06 : 00 AMSat05 : 45 PM - 06 : 00 AM
What You'll Do :
- Use our proprietary scheduling platform to claim open shifts at client sites
- Support operations across a range of environments including commercial real estate, healthcare, and education
- Receive site-specific training and guidance from experienced teams
- Deliver consistent, professional security presence and customer service
- Be ready to fill in at short notice when urgent needs arise
Responsibilities :
Provide customer service by carrying out security-related procedures and site-specific policies at the correctional location.Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established protocols for the environment.Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the correctional facility and its perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and / or potential issues.Observe and report any unusual activity or security-related concerns to the appropriate personnel in a timely manner.Assist with access control and monitor entry and exit points to help to deter unauthorized access within the location.Support emergency response activities as needed, following Allied Universal and site-specific guidelines.What We're Looking For :
Availability across various days and shiftsReliability and ability to adapt to different post assignmentsA desire to gain broad experience and grow within the companyInterest in transitioning into full-time roles when availableMinimum Requirements :
Must have at least 2 years of security-related experience.Must be at least 21 years of age.Access control and / or 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 :
Flexible Scheduling : Choose from a variety of open shifts that align with your availability and lifestyle.Career Growth : Clear path to full-time roles and ongoing advancement through paid training programs.Smart Tools : Access exclusive technology for real-time shift visibility and claiming.Full-Time Benefits : Health insurance, 401(k) plans, and a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees.Employee Perks : Enjoy discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and more 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.