Security Officer

The expected hiring range for this position is:

Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such the scope and responsibilities of the position, qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

This position is not eligible for relocation assistance, referral bonus program and sponsorship assistance.

About the Role:

Under general supervision from the Security Lieutenant, responsible for providing customer service to the Laboratory by carrying out safety and security procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities on a 24 hours/day, 7 days/week environment. This is a collective bargaining agreement position.

What your day-to-day as a Security Officer at Fermilab will look like:

• Patrol property on foot and/or vehicle, securing personnel, assets, buildings, gates, and perimeter in all weather conditions; reporting any hazardous conditions, equipment malfunctions, or building alarms.
• Guard site access points, permitting or refusing entry based upon Fermilab Site Access policy, Post Orders, and/or Policy & Procedures, performing vehicle inspections for prohibited articles, issuing passes, and greeting personnel in a prompt, courteous and professional manner in all weather conditions.
• Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls; follows guidance in accordance with established procedures/policies.
• Complete case reports on property loss, property damage, personnel incidents, vehicle accidents, etc.
• Communicate with the Security Operations Center and/or security staff via two-way radio or telephone.
• Maintain officer activity reports and completes patrol round assignments as directed.
• Keep informed of current and applicable Fermi Security and Fire Department policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Comply with Department (DOE) directives and the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) to ensure adherence to all applicable policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct equipment and vehicle checks and reports/logs deficiencies to supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Abides by and is responsible for performing all duties in accordance with all environmental, health and safety regulations and practices pertinent to this position.

Skills and Attributes for Success:

• High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 1+ years of relevant experience.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must possess 20-hour Basic Security Training certificate and IL PERC card.
• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.

Applicable Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Use of two-way public safety radios, strong verbal, and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills (MS Office), report writing.

Employment is contingent on the successful completion of a pre-employment drug testing, Psychological and Medical testing.

Work Arrangement:

Please note that the described work arrangement is subject to change based on business needs and is not guaranteed to be final.

• Onsite: This is an onsite role, and the candidate must be able to work from our Batavia office.
• The work schedule typically consists of 40 hours per week, starting at 12:00am on Monday and ending at 11:59pm on Sunday, with occasional overtime, hold overs, or early starts as needed based on operational requirements. Shift preferences (Day/Afternoon/Midnight) will be considered upon completion of the probationary period, but not a guarantee during employment.

Benefits/Perks:

Fermilab offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid time off
• Life insurance
• Short and Long-term disability insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Onsite day care

Why Fermilab: 
Fermilab is America’s premier laboratory for particle physics and accelerator research, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. We support discovery science experiments in Illinois and locations around the world, including deep underground mines in South Dakota and Canada, mountaintops in Arizona and Chile, CERN in Europe and the South Pole.

Drug-Free Workplace & Pre-Employment Screening  

Fermilab is dedicated to fostering a safe, productive, and drug-free work environment. As part of the hiring process, candidates must successfully complete a background check and drug screening. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings.

Equal Opportunity Statement   

Fermilab is an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.

REAL-ID Requirement for access to Fermilab Campus
Fermilab requires all members of the public to produce a REAL-ID, or equivalent, to access the Fermilab Campus for interviews or career events. A list of acceptable forms of ID can be found here: https://get-connected.fnal.gov/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/REALID-Documents.pdf. If a candidate is selected for an interview but does not possess any of the equivalent documents, we may schedule a virtual interview. 

What To Expect Next:
We’ll be in touch! If your qualifications are in alignment with the position requirements, one of our recruiters will be reaching out to schedule a phone interview to learn more about your career interests and goals. In the meantime, we encourage you to check us out on Facebook, X, Instagram, LinkedIn, or our About Us page.