Security Officer — Flex Front Desk

Job overview

The Security Officer — Flex Front Desk role is onsite, with assignments described in Columbia, SC and changing locations and sites based on client needs. Pay is $16.28 per hour. The officer works for Allied Universal, a security and facility services company. The role safeguards client sites by monitoring access, conducting patrols, identifying safety or security concerns, and responding to incidents. Its flexible assignments support clients across varied industries and require adaptability to changing shifts, days, locations, and assignments.

What you'll do

• Conduct foot or vehicle patrols
• watch for unusual conditions and hazards
• sound alarms or contact emergency services when needed
• warn people of rule violations
• monitor entrances and exits
• observe departing personnel
• investigate and report incidents and suspicious activity
• maintain required logs
• assist customers, employees, and visitors
• and make emergency notifications according to site orders.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

security officer

flex front desk

full-time

columbia sc

allied universal

security patrols

access monitoring

incident reports

emergency notifications

variable shifts

last-minute scheduling

$16.28/hr

travel required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health insurance and 401(k) plans for full-time positions
• flexible schedules
• paid training
• career growth opportunities
• employee discounts.

Why this role

The posting requires availability for varying shifts, including holidays, nights, and weekends, and last-minute scheduling. It also requires travel to assigned distances and reliable transportation.

About the employer

Allied Universal is hiring for this role. Industry: Security Guards and Patrol Services. Sector: 56.