Security Guard - Detention Access
Columbia, South Carolina
Position Type: Full Time
Shift Type: Afternoon
Req ID: 2026-1608885
Work Days Available: Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday
Date posted: 06/08/2026
As a Security Guard - Detention Access in Columbia, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. Join Allied Universal as an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a dynamic local government location, where you will monitor assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, and support access activity while helping to deter security-related incidents. In this role, you will provide outstanding customer service and communication, working as part of a caring, agile, and reliable team that puts people first and acts with integrity.
Position Type: Full Time
Pay Rate: $17.95 / Hour
Job Schedule:
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Tue | 05:45 PM - 06:00 AM |
| Thur | 05:45 PM - 06:00 AM |
| Sun | 05:45 PM - 06:00 AM |
What You'll Do:
- Provide customer service by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or appropriate emergency response activities.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner.
- Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the location and perimeter, with working environments and conditions that may vary by site.
Minimum Requirements:
- A minimum of 2 years of security-related experience is required.
- Be at least 21 years of age.
- Access control and badge 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.
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