Security Officer

Job description

Battelle delivers when others can’t.

We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

**Job Summary**

Performs protective services as a uniformed Security Officer in order to provide safeguards for company and customer assets to include employees, third parties, visitors, tangible, and intangible properties.

Under close and direct supervision, demonstrates proficiency in procedures and systems related to Control Center, patrol, and fixed post operations.

Utilizes coaching from supervisors and peers to refine skills.

**Schedule:**

Friday: 8p-6a
Saturday: 8p-6a
Sunday: 8p-6a
Monday: 8p-6a
Tuesday: OFF
Wednesday: OFF
Thursday: OFF

**Responsibilities**

+ Operates an active, technology-based security control center: answer domestic and international phone calls for information or service, dispatch utilizing across two-way radios, utilize annunciation and emergency notification systems, monitor, and utilize video surveillance systems, monitor and initiate response to life-safety and security alarms, monitor and conduct access control to safeguard against unauthorized entry, maintain required logs.
+ Conducts patrol tours: walk or drive to monitor activity on and around the property, make observations and take appropriate investigative or enforcement actions, respond to alarms or situations requiring a security response, and document actions through detailed reports.
+ Performs required security roles at fixed post locations: lobby, visitor center, security credential desk, checkpoints, perimeter inspections and temporary assignments.
+ Follows standard operating procedures and directives in support of security objectives.

**Key Qualifications**

+ High school diploma; 0-2 years of applicable experience; or an equivalent combination of education and or experience in a related field
+ Standards of fitness including the ability to stand and walk up to 90% of the work shift.
+ Successful completion of a medical and psychological screening.
+ Familiarity with standard Microsoft Office applications.
+ Courtesy, tact, and effectiveness in dealing with others.
+ Ability to meet all training and regulatory standards.
+ Eligibility to obtain and keep a Secret level security clearance.
+ Valid Ohio driver’s license.
+ Firearms qualifications (site/role specific).
+ Ability to employ active thinking, to exercise reasonable judgement, and to maintain composure in stressful situations.
+ Must have successfully completed new hire security training.

**Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life**
We care about your well-being, not just on the job.

Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.

+ **Balance life through a compressed work schedule** : Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
+ **Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement:** You have options for where and when you work.

Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs.
+ **Take time to recharge** : You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
+ **Prioritize wellness** : Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
+ **Better together** : Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
+ **Build your financial future** : Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan.

For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
+ **Advance your education** : Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.

**A Work Environment Where You Succeed**
For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity’s most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.

You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:

+ Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects
+ Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery
+ Partner with world-class experts in a collaborative environment
+ Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders
+ Give back to and improve our communities

**Vaccinations & Safety Protocols**

_Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients’ requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated.

If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws)._

_Battelle is an equal opportunity employer.

We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law.

Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives.

We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle._

The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job.

They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members.

**No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.**

For more information about our other openings, please visit www.battelle.org/careers

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