Youth Detention Security Guard

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 Guard in Columbia, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal at a government location where you will help manage access control, monitor entry points, verify credentials, and support a professional environment through strong communication and customer service. This is a driving post. As part of a caring, agile, and reliable team, you will help address security-related concerns with integrity while creating a welcoming presence for staff, visitors, and the public.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service by carrying out site-specific procedures, screening and verifying credentials for staff, visitors, vendors, and/or authorized persons entering or leaving the location.
• Monitor access points, visitor activity, and/or restricted areas, helping to deter unauthorized entry and reporting unusual or suspicious activity to site leadership according to established protocols.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including supporting emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Maintain accurate logs, visitor records, incident reports, and/or access documentation in alignment with site policies and government location requirements.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned access areas, entry points, and perimeter locations to support security-related awareness and policy compliance.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license is required in the state where the job is located.
• COLA DPSS/DHS tuberculosis test and MMR vaccinations are required.
• At least 6 months of security-related experience is required.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• 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.

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.