Youth Detention Security Officer - Access Checkpoint

Youth Detention Security Officer - Access Checkpoint Job in Columbia, South Carolina

Columbia, South Carolina Position Type: Full Time Shift Type: Morning Req ID: 2026-1689196 Work Days Available: Monday, Saturday, Sunday Date posted: 09/24/2026

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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 Youth Detention Security Officer - Access Checkpoint in Columbia, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Access Control Security Officer at a government location, you will help manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor activity, and provide professional customer service to visitors and staff. You will use computer or tablet systems to support badge and access processes, communicate clearly, and help maintain a welcoming, secure environment. Join Allied Universal, where agile, reliable, innovative teams put people first and act with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon05:45 AM - 06:00 PMSat05:45 AM - 06:00 PMSun05:45 AM - 06:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff, and authorized personnel while carrying out site-specific access-control procedures, policies, and emergency response activities.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials and visitor authorization, maintain access logs, and direct individuals in accordance with facility procedures.
• Control access to restricted areas by issuing, collecting, and accounting for keys, passes, and/or other authorized access devices.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, notifying appropriate personnel and following established security-related procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned entrances, surrounding areas, and perimeter locations to help identify unusual activity or access concerns.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must meet DPSS/DHS requirements for tuberculosis testing and MMR vaccinations.
• At least 6 months of security-related experience is required.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience 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…

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.

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