Security Officer Entrance Access - Museum

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide 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 positively impacting the communities and customers we serve.

About the role

As a Screener at a cultural institution in Charleston, SC, you will help create a welcoming environment by screening visitors and belongings, monitoring entry points, and responding to security-related concerns. You will provide exceptional customer service and clear communication while helping to deter incidents and supporting daily operations.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service to museum visitors, staff, volunteers, and vendors while carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, access protocols, and emergency response activities.
• Screen guests and their belongings in accordance with established museum procedures, using screening equipment and conducting bag checks as directed.
• Monitor entry points and visitor flow, verify credentials when required, and assist with maintaining an orderly, welcoming environment for guests.
• Respond to incidents, prohibited-item concerns, medical situations, and other critical events in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner; promptly notify appropriate personnel.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned public areas, exhibit spaces, entrances, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity and report unusual conditions.

Requirements

• Possess at least 6 months of armed security-related, law enforcement, or military experience.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
• 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.

Benefits

• Smart Tools: Access to exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Financial Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

Pay

$18.50 / hour

Schedule

• Thursday: 09:30 AM - 05:30 PM
• Friday: 09:30 AM - 05:30 PM
• Saturday: 09:30 AM - 05:30 PM