Full-time. $20.00 an hour. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance. Vacation and holidays. 401k retirement. The purpose of this position is to enforce established policies and procedures in a manner that provides a safe, secure environment for USSRC guests and employees and reflects the Mission, Vision, and Spirit of the USSRC.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential Functions
Security
- Properly lock and secure USSRC buildings, offices, gates, and other property in an accurate and timely manner.
- Meet or exceed regulatory and professional standards for policies and procedures governing interaction and cooperation with law enforcement agencies.
- Comply with and enforce all USSRC policies and procedures.
- Prepare and distribute reports regarding security violations, hazards, and occurrences.
- Promptly escort guests and employees to safety areas during threats of severe weather.
- Meet or exceed the expectations of the Manager of Security for the accurate and timely completion of related tasks and assignments.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Willingness to be open to learning and growing.
- Interpersonal skills to work as an integral part of a team.
- Appropriate interpersonal/personal boundaries.
- Maturity of judgment and behavior.
- Accepts full responsibility for their actions and how these may affect others.
- Adherence and participation in the Center’s Safety Program.
- Understands and follows all policies & procedures.
- Maintains high standards for work areas and appearance, presents self in a highly professional manner to others and understand that honesty & ethics are essential.
- Ensures that excellent customer service is maintained with each customer.
- Maintains a positive attitude toward the position, the company and co-workers.
- Appreciates that promptness and attendance at work is a part of sustaining a professional relationship with the company.
- Takes an interest and initiative in the development of the Department’s team.
- Maintains pleasant and professional relationships with co-workers & assists as needed.
- Remains positive about the team and facilitates an optimistic approach to resolution of issues.
- Maintains productive, effective and professional relationships with all departments.
Level of Supervision: Yes or No
Travel Required: No
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of general law enforcement desired. Must have the ability to patrol areas on foot or in a vehicle and deal with unusual situations in a calm, effective, and efficient manner. Must have excellent verbal communication skills to deal courteously and effectively with the public and employees at all levels of the organization.
Other Requirements:
Computer Experience: Must possess knowledge of windows based operating systems; including some basic associated software applications (word processing and spreadsheet). Knowledge of handheld radio communication devices and CCTV monitoring software (such as Avigilon or similar software.)
Required Education
High school or GED.
Required Experience
Preferred Education and Experience: 3 years of experience as a security guard or in law enforcement work and at least 1 year at the managerial/supervisory level OR an equivalent combination of education and closely related work experience required.
Physical Requirements
This position has the following special requirements:
- Walking, climbing (stairs) to patrol facilities and grounds for duration of shift.
- Standing, sitting for long periods (4-12hrs) of time for duration of shift.
- Sight, Reading, Feeling, Wrist Movements to inspect grounds, facilities, handle documents, operate computer terminal, security equipment.
- Talking, Hearing to instruct employees, distribute information, and assist guests, employees, and service providers in person and over the telephone.
- Driving skills to operate company vehicle.
Eligibility Qualifications
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Environmental Factors
This position involves working in various environments: Climate controlled building, security station that is exposed to various weather conditions, outside in various weather conditions patrolling USSRC grounds.
Expected Hours of Work:
Various hours. 8-hour shifts, 12-hour shifts, or special events that can vary in the length of hours.
DISCLAIMERS
The U.S. Space & Rocket Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Duties and Responsibilities May Change with or Without Notice
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice.