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Unarmed Security Guard - Gaffney, SC (Security)

Inner Parish Security Corporation

Cowpens, SCFull-time$18–19.5/hrPosted 3mo agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$18–19.5/hr
Location
Cowpens, SC
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Active SLED LicenseValid Driver's License

Job overview

Inner Parish Security Corporation is hiring an Unarmed Security Guard - Gaffney, SC (Security). Inner Parish Security Corporation (IPSC) has provided security officer patrols since 1977 and now offers a range of security services including armed and unarmed guard services, patrols, law enforcement support, commercial electronic security, fire protection, and emergency response. The company seeks individuals who share its values of commitment, excellence, integrity, responsiveness, and service to join its security team.

Key focus areas include Perform both regular and random patrols of multiple premises, Report any security-related incidents, hazards or unusual occurrences, and Perform control procedures when necessary.

Successful candidates bring Licensed Unarmed Security Officers, Reliable Transport, and Active Cellphone. Important skills include Customer Service, Security Skills, Conflict Resolution Skills, Communication Skills, Professional Presentation, and Team Member.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Customer ServiceSecurity SkillsConflict Resolution SkillsCommunication SkillsProfessional PresentationTeam MemberWork SoloFlexible RosterWork 7 Days a WeekRead and Interpret Written InformationDetect and Identify SoundsMake Decisions InstantlyConflict ResolutionCollaborationIndependent WorkAdaptabilityReliable TransportCellphonePatrol OperationsIncident ReportingEmergency Equipment OperationDocumentationInvestigationPhysical StaminaAbility to Lift 50 Lbs

Qualifications

Active SLED LicenseAge 25+Valid Driver's LicenseClean Driving RecordHigh School Diploma or EquivalentClean Criminal BackgroundAbility to Pass Drug Screen1+ Years Security Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance

Full job description

Unarmed Security Guard - Gaffney, SC (Security)

Cowpens, SC, United States of America

$18.00 - $19.50

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Overview

From our beginning in 1977, IPSC offered security officer patrols, and since then, we have expanded our offerings to include a number of security related services. Whether you are looking to secure your business, home or a government entity, IPSC has a valuable service to offer. IPSC offers armed and unarmed security guard services, patrol services, law enforcement officer services, commercial electronic security, fire protection, and emergency response services.

We are looking for people who share the values that establish our business, and will not compromise, when it comes to:

  • Commitment

  • Excellence

  • Integrity

  • Responsiveness

  • Service

We want YOU to join us as we Relentlessly pursue Excellence in Security from a heart of Service to others.

Job Skills / Requirements

Inner Parish Security Corporation, IPSC is recruiting Licensed Unarmed security officers with excellent customer service and security skills to join our highly regarded team in. Cowpens. S.C.

Unarmed Indoor Patrol

Pay Rate: $18.00- $19.50/hour, paid every week.

Shifts: 12-hour shifts 6a-6p/6p-6a

Full time (32hrs) and Part Time (24hrs) available

The ideal Candidate will have an ACTIVE SLED License, be at least 25 years of age, have a valid Driver's License, and clean Driving Record. Apply Today!

Prior law enforcement, military and/or 1 years of security experience is a plus; however, training and uniform will be provided to the right candidate.

You will help to prevent and deter crime through:

  • Performing both regular and random patrols of multiple premises

  • Reporting any security-related incidents, hazards or unusual occurrences

  • When necessary, performing control procedures

  • Operating emergency equipment

  • Documenting nightly operations and filing weekly reports

  • Investigating breaches of property

You must meet the following requirements:

  • Excellent customer service and conflict resolution skills

  • Sound communication skills and professional presentation

  • Ability to work as a team member and solo

  • Willingness and ability to work to a flexible roster, 7 days a week

  • Reliable transport and active cellphone

  • Clean criminal background and ability to pass a drug screen

  • Must be able to stand for long periods of time, perform routine foot patrols

Physical and Mental Job Requirements :

  • Must have effective written and verbal communication skills and must be able to communicate clearly and quickly in cases of emergency.

  • A Security Officer must be able to read and interpret written information under a variety of circumstances.

  • A Security Officer must be able to drive a motor vehicle in the course of his/her duties if required.

  • A Security Officer must be able to detect and identify sounds relevant to fires, floods, alarm signals, and persons in distress against distracting sound background conditions (e.g., machinery, traffic noise, etc.)

  • A Security Officer must be able to: Walk, Run, Stand, Climb, Sit.

  • A Security Officer must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. waist high, if required.

  • A Security Officer must be in good mental health and be able to make decisions instantly on the event of an emergency.

  • A Security Officer must meet the physical and mental requirements of the state(s) to be licensed by the state to perform Security Guard / Security Officer work.

  • If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, you may request an accommodation at any time.

If you have a passion for providing crucial security services and seek an important role with an enthusiastic team, IPSC is the company for you!

Inner-Parish Security, Corporation dba IPSC

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Education Requirements (All)

High School diploma or equivalent

Additional Information / Benefits

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Accident; Critical Illness; Daily Pay

This job reports to the Branch Manager

This is a Full and Part-Time position 1st Shift, 2nd Shift, 3rd Shift, Weekends.

Number of Openings for this position: 4

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How this job compares

Set against the 397 open Security Guard jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 4, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$18–19.5/hr
  • US median$19/hr275 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $18.75/hr, is close to the US median midpoint ($19/hr) — in the middle half of Security Guard hourly ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 397 open Security Guard jobs across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most across the US
Experience
Security Guard postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year of experience at the median (84 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a high school diploma; 226 of the 397 open Security Guard jobs (57%) ask for a high school diploma or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 4, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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