Corporate Security Officer

JOB OBJECTIVE: This position assists in maintaining the safety and security operations of Promega Corporation. The Security Officer performs general and shift specific safety and security duties in and around all physical campus facilities and works with staff to ensure the safety and well-being of customers, employees, and visitors. This position maintains order through effective patrol, incident response and management and proper follow-up during their respective shift. This employee will work independently most of the time. Significant judgment and decision-making ability are required. This position reports to the Manager of Corporate Security but also collaborates and takes direction from the Security Shift Lead.

CORE DUTIES:

1. Secures premises and personnel by patrolling property, monitoring surveillance equipment. Provides incident response for general security and safety for campuses and responds to all non-emergency and emergency incidents on campus.

2. Responds to and assesses medical incidents, administers CPR and first aid if appropriate, and notifies the proper authorities if external assistance is required.

3. Responds to all calls for service and collects all relevant information needed to complete and file written reports and other documentation in a timely manner. Also expected to initiate contacts with violators of Federal, State and/or local law whenever violations are witnessed, and proper actions taken.

4. Monitors entrances and exits; acts to prevent unapproved or unlawful entry; in a calm manner directs persons who cause a disturbance to leave the property.

5. Observes building environments and communicates irregularities or emergency situations with building systems to Facilities on-call maintenance staff during on-duty hours.

6. Provide consistent customer service to make all visitors feel welcome and appreciated.

7. Ensures that all pertinent information is disseminated from one’s shift and that oncoming shift personnel know what incidents, duties and other assigned tasks are to be handled.

8. Assists with escorting person(s) from the building when appropriate.

9. Assist maintenance and/or custodial staff with managing unexpected building occurrences during security shift hours when called upon.

10. Attending training or meetings outside of security shift hours.

11. Completes special assignments in a timely manner as designated by the Manager of Corporate Security.

12. Demonstrates inclusion through their own words and actions and is accountable for a safe workspace. Acts with kindness, curiosity and respect for others.

13. Embracing and being open to incorporating Promega’s 6 Emotional & Social Intelligence (ESI) core principles in daily work.

14. Understands and complies with ethical, legal and regulatory requirements applicable to our business.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High School Diploma or GED required.

2. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, familiarity with report writing.

3. Capable of following complex instructions and ability to maintain confidentiality.

4. Working knowledge of Wisconsin Law and local Law Enforcement Ordinances.

5. Working knowledge of computerized security and access control systems.

6. Knowledge of security operations and procedures.

7. Ability to operate a PC, CCTV systems, card access systems and alarm systems.

8. Must have a valid driver’s license.

9. Demonstrated proficiency in digital tools and technology, including Microsoft applications and mobile platforms, with the ability to adapt and leverage emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence, to improve efficiency, automation, and collaboration.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Any experience in Security, Public Safety or Law Enforcement.

2. Associate degree in criminal justice or related field.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

1. Ability to work 2nd or 3rd shifts along with rotating weekend and holiday schedules.

2. Ability to occasionally move objects ranging in weight up to one hundred pounds.

3. Ability to stand and walk for several hours at a time.

4. Ability to drive motorized equipment and hold a valid driver’s license.

5. Ability to work in varying environmental temperatures.

6. Ability to make accurate decisions quickly in emergency situations and to multitask.

7. Ability to be trained and administer CPR if needed.

At Promega, we value diversity and strive to create an inclusive workplace. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.