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Security Officer Hospital - Communications Center

Allied Universal
West Columbia, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 18 Aug 2026

About the role


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 Security Officer Hospital - Communications Center in West Columbia, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. As a Dispatch Officer in a healthcare setting, you will coordinate communications, monitor incoming calls and alarms, and dispatch appropriate personnel to support timely responses to security-related needs. You will maintain accurate logs, provide outstanding customer service, and help promote a welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and staff. Join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, caring, and integrity guide our work every day.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.50 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon04:00 PM - 12:00 AMTue04:00 PM - 12:00 AMWed04:00 PM - 12:00 AMThur04:00 PM - 12:00 AMSun04:00 PM - 12:00 AM

What You'll Do:

  • Provide customer service to patients, visitors, staff, and/or vendors by carrying out site-specific procedures, policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
  • Operate dispatch communications systems to receive, prioritize, document, and relay routine and emergency calls to appropriate personnel.
  • Monitor alarms, cameras, access control notifications, and other security-related systems; communicate relevant information to responding personnel and supervisors.
  • Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established escalation and reporting procedures.
  • Maintain accurate dispatch logs, incident records, and shift communications; conduct regular and random patrols around the location and perimeter as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Tuberculosis testing and MMR vaccinations are required for DPSS/DHS.
  • Hospital-required vaccinations are required.
  • 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.
BENEFITS:
  • Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions
  • Schedules that fit with your personal life goals
  • Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
  • Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more…


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.

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