Detention Security Officer – Entry Control

Job overview

The Detention Security Officer – Entry Control role is onsite in Columbia, SC, with pay of $17.95 per hour. Allied Universal is a security and facility services company whose teams support customers and communities. The officer monitors and patrols assigned areas, supports access control, and provides customer service while helping deter security incidents. Accurate reporting and calm responses to incidents contribute to a safe and welcoming environment.

What you'll do

• Carry out security procedures and site-specific policies
• respond calmly to incidents and critical situations
• conduct regular and random unarmed patrols
• monitor access points and report unusual activity, hazards, and policy violations
• prepare clear reports of incidents, observations, and patrol activities.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

detention security officer

entry control

full-time

columbia sc

allied universal

unarmed patrol

access control

security procedures

incident response

security reports

daytime schedule

security experience

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Retirement savings plan
• medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• paid training
• career growth opportunities
• employee discounts.

Why this role

The schedule is Tuesday and Wednesday, 5:45 AM–6:00 PM, and Sunday, 5:45 AM–6:00 PM. Requires at least two years of security-related experience and a high school diploma or equivalent.

About the employer

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