This position will perform daily security duties at the headquarters security desk. The lead security officer has primary oversight and coordination of contract guards.
Essential Functions
Serve as lead security officer with oversight responsibility, and training of contracted guard services.
Perform daily security duties for the Headquarters building during the standard business day and for other facilities as required. Secure property from unauthorized access, unsafe practices or unwanted behavior.
Monitor and authorize entrance and departure of visitors, vendors, and members to administer proper building access control and security of the premises. Screen all visitors for proper authorization before permitting entry.
Monitor designated systems and respond to any potential security or safety concerns in accordance with established procedures.
Review system alarms and collect additional information to determine course of action.
Monitor lobby for unwanted behavior and assess intervention methods for de-escalation.
Review completed guard shift reports and review for any safety concerns.
Observe and report to manager any irregular activity that may create security or safety risks.
Assist employees and visitors as needed, including directions and general guidance regarding locations throughout the facility.
Provide a high level of service, knowledge and dedication to site staff, visitors, members, guests and contractors. Work closely with the Manager to effectively meet the needs of the organization.
Remain informed of daily company events through website, bulletins, intranet releases, and communication with key personnel.
Assist and coordinate emergency response for medical, fire, or other incidents.
Other duties as assigned.
Relationships
Internal
Sr Manager, HSE and Security: Reports to, receives direction and guidance from.
Member Services: Provide support while maintaining a calm, friendly, and professional demeanor.
Chugach Staff: Provides assistance with security related concerns.
Chugach Board of Directors: Interacts with and assists as necessary.
External
Contracted Security Guards: provide direction to and monitors services provided.
General Public/Members/Guests: Interact with, provide assistance and direction.
Security Contractor: Provide feedback regarding security guards stationed at Chugach.
Competencies
Collaborative interpersonal skills to effectively interact with security staff, Association personnel, contractors, and the public.
Well versed in and capable of applying/implementing security procedures and systems.
Supervisory Responsibility
Coordinate and direct contracted guards.
Work Environment
Standard work hours in an office environment; occasional overtime; working lunch on site.
Company Description
Chugach Electric Association is a member-owned cooperative, headquartered in Anchorage, Alaska's largest city. Anchorage itself sits at the base of the Chugach Mountains. Chugach is pleased to provide reliable, affordable power to more than 92,000 members from Anchorage to the northern Kenai Peninsula, and from Whittier on Prince William Sound to Tyonek on the west side of Cook Inlet. We service over 113,000 locations with 3,782 miles of transmission and distribution lines. We have many services that make it easy to power homes and businesses with Chugach.
Chugach's corporate vision: Responsibly developing energy to build a clean, sustainable future for Alaska.
Chugach's corporate mission: We provide safe, reliable, and affordable electricity through superior service and sustainable practices, powering the lives of our members.
Chugach's corporate values: Guided by our values of safety, accountability, and sustainability, we are committed to serving our members, the community, and the Chugach team.
Equal Employment Opportunity It is a policy of Chugach Electric Association, Inc., to recruit, hire, train, promote, and compensate persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, physical or mental disability, veteran's status, age, or any other classification protected by applicable, federal, state, or local law. Chugach is also an affirmative action employer.
Benefits
HEALTH BENEFITS
Premium & Deductible paid for by Chugach Electric
Medical, RX, Dental & Vision
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Telemedicine
FINANCIAL SECURITY
401K Plan
Defined Benefit (Pension)
Retirement Investment services
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance paid for by Chugach Electric
High School diploma or equivalent, required. Associate degree in related field, preferred. Additional related courses in security practices ,desired.
Experience
Five (5) years’ experience of progressively responsible security, law enforcement or related positions, including security personnel supervision, scheduling and post order preparation, required.
Certification
CPR, First Aid and AED certification required within six months of hire. Valid driver license, required. Obtain and maintain CPI Nonviolent Crisis Training and De-escalation certificates.
Substitution
Additional education in security, incident command or similar field may substitute for the experience requirement, on a year-to-year basis.
