Security Guard - Department of Juvenile

Security Guard - Department of Juvenile

Columbia, South Carolina Position Type: Full Time Shift Type: Morning Req ID: 2026-1575038 Pay Rate: USD $17.00/Hr. Work Days Available: Friday, Saturday, Sunday Date posted: 04/17/2026

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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.

As a Security Officer Ingress Screening Driver in Columbia, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as a driving access control officer at a government location, where you will monitor entry points, verify credentials, and support daily operations through routine presence and clear communication. In this role, you will help to deter security-related incidents while delivering professional service to staff and visitors. Guided by our values of agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity, you will make a meaningful impact each day.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeFri05:45 AM - 06:00 PMSat05:45 AM - 06:00 PMSun05:45 AM - 06:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to staff, visitors, and/or vendors by carrying out access control procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a government location.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials and/or identification, manage visitor access logs, and report unauthorized or unusual activity to site contacts according to established protocols.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner while supporting security-related procedures and communication requirements.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the location and perimeter, noting access control concerns, damaged barriers, and/or other conditions that could impact daily operations.
• Support screening and movement control processes for people, packages, and/or vehicles entering the location while following post orders and government-related guidelines.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid driver's license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• A tuberculosis test and MMR vaccinations are required in accordance with DPSS/DHS COLA requirements.
• A minimum of 6 months of security-related experience is required.
• 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.

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: www.aus.com

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