Youth Facility Security Officer

• Visitor Access Allied Universal
• 3.1 Columbia, SC Job Details Full-time $17 an hour 14 hours ago Benefits Paid training AD&D insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Employee discount Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Computer literacy High school diploma or GED Full Job Description Youth Facility Security Officer
• Visitor Access 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 Youth Facility Security Officer

• Visitor Access in Columbia, SC , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more.

As an Access Control Officer at a government location, you will help manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor visitor activity, and support a secure, welcoming environment. You will use technology to document access-related activity, communicate professionally with staff and visitors, and respond to security-related concerns. Join Allied Universal's agile, reliable team, where a caring culture, teamwork, innovation, and integrity guide every shift.

Position Type:

Full Time Pay Rate:

$17.00 /

Hour Job Schedule:

Day Time Fri 05:45 PM

• 06:00 AM Sat 05:45 PM
• 06:00 AM Sun 05:45 PM
• 06:00

AM What You'll Do:

Provide customer service to visitors, staff, residents, and authorized personnel while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at a juvenile justice location. Control access to the facility by verifying identification, confirming authorization, issuing visitor credentials, and maintaining visitor entry and exit records. Monitor access points, entrances, and restricted areas; report unauthorized access attempts, suspicious activity, and policy violations according to site procedures. Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, notifying appropriate personnel and documenting relevant details. Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned access points, common areas, and the facility perimeter to help identify security-related concerns.

Minimum Requirements:

Must meet

DPSS/DHS

tuberculosis test and MMR vaccination requirements. At least 6 months of experience in a security-related role is required. Access control and badge experience is preferred. Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred. Customer service 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.

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:

www.aus.com. If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices. Requisition ID 2026-1686718