Security Sergeant: Chugach Electric Association

Job Details

Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Security Sergeant provides oversight and first line supervision to the assigned security 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 ensuring proper delivery of security services; issuing post assignments; performing administrative duties (scheduling, timekeeping, incident reporting, documentation); training personnel; assisting with personnel evaluations and recommending discipline and commendations. The Security Sergeant is a working supervisor who is one of the primary security officers on duty but also directs or oversees through his/her subordinates all responses to emergency and non-emergency situations occurring at the job site.

Required Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• High School diploma or GED
• 3-4 years of experience in law enforcement, military police, corrections, or private security
• At least 1 year 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 within established timeframe.
• 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

• 3 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

• Oversee and coordinate daily security services in accordance with the approved facility security plan, site-specific standard operating procedures (SOP), and job posts.
• 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.
• Perform rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters per established procedures.
• 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.
• Monitor closed circuit television cameras (CCTV) and retrieve electronic information for investigations and client needs after incidents.
• Conduct incident investigations and complete appropriate documentation/reports.
• Apply 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 and lead a team of security officers.
• Provide coaching, recognition and discipline within approved empowerment range.
• Assist with new hire onboarding activities at the job site.
• Supervise on-the-job training of assigned personnel, provide direct instruction, and ensure that client and DUS training program requirements are met.
• Ensure all required paperwork is completed by security officers per established procedures.
• Ensure that all assigned equipment, vehicles, uniforms, and gear are properly worn and maintained. Report any deficiencies or concerns to the Security Lieutenant.
• Schedule personnel and coordinate staffing adjustments to meet immediate and projected manpower requirements.
• Maintain established standards of officer performance and attendance by personal example.
• Evaluate and provide feedback to officers regarding their reports, daily duties and procedures in order to achieve optimum overall performance.
• Ensure company and site-specific safety programs are followed by all security staff.
• Maintain composure and control in stressful situations and/or emergency situations.
• Promote a respectful and professional workplace environment free of harassment, favoritism, and inappropriate behavior.
• Be willing to provide back-up support and assume temporary responsibility of posts and/or special projects in the absence of staff
• Complete all company/client required training including but not limited to OC Pepper Spray, Arrests and Handcuffing, Defensive Training, First Aid/CPR/AED, etc.
• Safely operate a motor vehicle in a variety of settings and varying weather conditions.
• 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
• Understand the administrative duties and responsibilities of the Security Lieutenant. May be asked to assume the Lieutenant’s responsibilities in their absence.
• 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.