Security Lieutenant: Chugach Electric Association

JOB SUMMARY

The Security Lieutenant oversees the efficient delivery of security services and provides leadership to a medium-sized workforce at the Chugach Electric southcentral power generation facility located near Minnesota Parkway and International Airport Road in Anchorage.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to workforce management, issuing tasks and post assignments, performing administrative duties (payroll, scheduling, reporting), and interacting with the client for daily matters related to the execution of the contract.  The Security Lieutenant ensures all functions are performed in compliance with the contract’s scope of work, DUS policies, post orders, and all applicable laws, regulations and operational procedures. 

The schedule for this position is rotational.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• High School diploma or GED
• 4-5 years of experience in law enforcement, military police, corrections, or private security
• 2 years of prior supervisory experience
• Ability to read, write and speak English
• Valid driver’s license. A reliable means of transportation and communication.
• Alaska State Unarmed Security Officer License or able to obtain.
• First Aid/CPR/AED certifications or able to obtain within 120 days after hired
• Must be able to complete minimum job training requirements (provided by the company) including OC Pepper Spray, Arrests and Handcuffing, Defensive Driving, and other.
• Able to work independently with little or no supervision, ensuring the best interests of safety and security for the client and
• Ability to lead with professionalism, respect and integrity at all times.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Strong decision making and incident/event management skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• As a condition of employment, must be able to successfully complete a criminal background check, drug test, and a post-offer physical/fitness for duty evaluation.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree
• 5 years of supervisory experience in the security industry
• Knowledge of delivering security services and developing Security Post Orders in the private sector. Knowledge and ability to develop and maintain a Security Officer Training Program
• Advanced skills utilizing common office related computer programs plus ability to learn proprietary programs unique to client (CCTS).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Manage day-to-day operations at the assigned client job site and provide oversight of the DUS security workforce to include staffing, scheduling, personnel actions, uniform and equipment orders, and other tasks necessary to ensure the success of the team.
• Act as a liaison between client(s), DUS Management Team, and Security Officers.
• Enforce contract standards. Provide subject expertise to the client concerning the security program.
• Coordinate security services in accordance with the approved facility security plan.
• Provide protection of work site(s), personnel and assets from such events such as assault, theft, vandalism, harassment and other disruptive incidents.
• Perform searches of people, vehicles, buildings, and large outdoor areas.
• Affect an arrest, if necessary, using handcuffs.
• Participate in the client's incident management process as required. Assist with the management of escalated security or emergency situations as requested.
• Ensure notification is made to law enforcement personnel and other emergency responders to permit a timely response to any emergency within the area of responsibility.
• Conduct incident investigations and complete appropriate documentation/reports.
• Apply site-specific post orders, facility security plan, emergency action plans, and other guidelines.
• Maintain an excellent knowledge of and apply DUS policies and procedures (both administrative and security), report writing procedures, and standard operating procedures.
• Ensure all documentation required by DUS and client is submitted in an accurate and timely manner (i.e. Daily Security Log Reports, Incident Reports, payroll reports, injury notices, etc.).
• Utilize clear and appropriate communication skills while providing information to others, mediating disputes, investigating incidents, and performing other related tasks.
• Comprehend, evaluate, and correctly respond to information received from a wide variety of sources such as client representatives, supervisors, witnesses, victims, or through a variety of other means such as face-to-face interactions, radio or telephone transmissions, and computer messages.
• Supervise, lead and mentor the security team. Responsible for new hire onboarding activities at the job site. Enforce DUS’ standards of conduct and performance for officers. Provide coaching, recognition and discipline within approved empowerment range.
• Coordinate and/or conduct training, including on-the-job training, for the security workforce in accordance with the requirements of the contract, DUS HSE, and other applicable guidelines.
• Assume temporary responsibility of posts and/or special projects in the absence of staff
• Ability to handle stressful or crisis situations at the client site calmly and efficiently.
• Promote a respectful and professional workplace environment free of harassment, favoritism, and inappropriate behavior.
• Safely operate a motor vehicle in a variety of settings and varying weather conditions.
• Complete all company/client required training including but not limited to OC Pepper Spray, Arrests and Handcuffing, Defensive Training, First Aid/CPR/AED, etc.
• May be required to respond to urgent matters on weekends and evenings.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness in a safe manner.
• Willingness to perform other duties as required.

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

• Attention to Detail: Ensures one's own and other's work and information are complete and accurate
• Communication Skills: Listens, writes, and speaks effectively, and positively relates and interacts with co-workers and others.
• Decision Making: Makes decisions by establishing objectives, gathering relevant information, identifying alternatives, setting criteria for the decision, and selecting the best option.
• Planning and Organizing: Systematically develops plans, prioritizes, organizes and manages resources in order to accomplish business goals within a specific time period.
• Workforce Development: Effective in the recruitment, selection, development, and retention of competent staff members.
• Management: Plans, organizes, directs, monitors, and controls a group of one or more employees or one or more entities to accomplish organizational goals and objectives.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Denali Universal Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.