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Southern Company

Runs electric and gas utilities across the Southeast

Security Officer - Armed

Security Guarding & PatrolConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeJackson, GA, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's or associate degree is preferred, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
  • A training certification demonstrating knowledge of industry-standard business practices is required.
  • At least three years of law enforcement, military, private, or industrial security experience is preferred.
  • Must be available for shift work, holidays, overtime, inclement weather, call-outs, and work at designated company locations.
  • Must pass a psychological test, drug test, firearms evaluation, and Internal Threat Program screening for designated security positions.
  • Must qualify to use firearms when hired and requalify annually with a semi-automatic pistol and shotgun; annual qualification with company-issued firearms is required.
  • Must qualify for and obtain a valid state firearm permit and driver's license.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain appropriate licensure through the Georgia Secretary of State Board of Private Detectives and Security Agencies.
  • Must be at least 21 years old.
  • Must have at least one year of verifiable driving experience and a valid driver's license for the class of vehicle operated; driving permits are not typically considered valid licenses.
  • Must have no revocation of driving privileges within the 36 months before application, no major traffic violation convictions within the 12 months before application, and no pending major traffic violation charges at application.
  • Must consent to continuous monitoring of the motor vehicle record.
  • Must be able to perform physical activity, including running, walking, and lifting, and wear and maintain personal protective equipment.
  • Must be able to work with minimal direct supervision, follow policies and procedures, handle sensitive or confidential information, and make decisions using sound logic and reasoning.
  • Must be able to respond to complex technical inquiries about access application systems and demonstrate operator-level technical proficiency with those systems.
  • Must be able to coordinate with operating company and corporate security groups, evaluate physical security perimeter intrusion events, and direct and control vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
  • Must be able to multitask, including computer data entry while callers are on the phone, and perform tasks under stressful conditions.
  • Must have computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Microsoft Office, and multiple functional computer formats.
  • Must demonstrate oral and written communication skills, active listening, and the ability to build effective working relationships.
  • Must stay current with relevant technology, manage stress, and engage in continuous learning.
  • During training, must be able to undergo exposure to oleoresin capsicum pepper spray.

Responsibilities

  • Protect personnel, assets, and company interests throughout the company footprint.
  • Use armed physical security tactics, conduct screenings, monitor security events, and respond to security events.

Desired Qualifications

  • Knowledge of Software House CCURE.
  • Knowledge of Avigilon Video Management System software.

About the Company

Southern Company

Runs electric and gas utilities across the Southeast

Southern Company owns regulated electric and natural gas utilities that serve homes and businesses across the southeastern United States, chiefly through Georgia Power, Alabama Power and Mississippi Power. Its Southern Nuclear unit runs eight nuclear reactors at three plants in Georgia and Alabama for its sister utilities. The electric utilities generate power from gas, nuclear, coal, hydro and solar plants and deliver it over their own transmission and distribution lines, while state regulators set the rates customers pay and the returns the company earns. A separate gas arm distributes natural gas in several states. Southern Company was formed in 1945 and is based in Atlanta, Georgia.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Atlanta, GA
Founded
1912

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