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Security Officer Armed - Part Time
Columbia, South Carolina Position Type: Part Time Shift Type: Afternoon Req ID: 2026-1610608 Work Days Available: Friday, Saturday Date posted: 06/10/2026
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As a Security Officer Armed - Part Time in Columbia, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Patrol Officer at a dynamic location, where you will monitor assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, and remain visible to help discourage incidents. This armed post blends patrol responsibilities with strong customer service and communication, supporting a people-first environment through teamwork, integrity, and a reliable, caring approach to security-related services.
Position Type: Part Time
Pay Rate: $18.50 / Hour
Job Schedule:
DayTimeFri07:00 PM - 07:00 AMSat07:00 PM - 07:00 AM
What You'll Do:
- Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities when appropriate.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner.
- Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the location and perimeter areas.
- Monitor for unusual activity and report conditions, incidents, and/or concerns according to site procedures.
- Support access control and other assigned post duties based on the location's needs and conditions.
Minimum Requirements:
- Have at least 1 year of law enforcement experience or at least 2 years of security-related supervisor or manager experience or at least 3 years of security-related experience.
- Possess an Armed Guard Card or License.
- Be at least 21 years of age.
- 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 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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
- Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.
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Allied Universal
Allied Universal provides unparalleled service, systems and solutions to the people and business of our communities, and is North America's leading security services provider. With over 140,000 employees, Allied Universal delivers high-quality, tailored solutions, which allows clients to focus on their core business. For more information: 866.825.5433 or
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