2nd Shift Campus Security Officer

GE Vernova•Schenectady, NY

About The Position

The Campus Security Officer is responsible for campus security protection, access control, emergency response, and identifying and reporting suspicious activity. The role requires maintaining relevant training, licenses, certifications, authorizations, and a valid New York State motor vehicle operator’s license. Officers use computers and security-related equipment and systems to prepare reports, communicate by email, monitor surveillance and intrusion detection, manage access control, operate protection and fire suppression systems, and report patrol tours. The position requires working the second shift, 2 p.m. to 10 p.m., and involves standing and walking for prolonged periods, climbing stairs, and extensive exposure to environmental elements. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and a current New York State Security Guard License, including completion of the 16-hour course. Applicants must complete a background check, drug screen, and driving record check because the role requires operation of a GE-owned, leased, or rented vehicle for company business. The listed hourly rate is $25.71; pay may vary based on experience, education, skill set, and geographic differential. GE Vernova describes benefits including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; retirement savings and company contributions; tuition and adoption assistance; paid parental leave; disability and life insurance; 12 paid holidays; and annual vacation.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Current valid New York State Security Guard License, including completion of the 16-hour course.
Ability to work second shift, 2 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Complete a background check, drug screen, and driving record check.
Sufficient computer and equipment proficiency to operate systems associated with the role, including report writing, email, surveillance and intrusion detection, access control, protection devices, fire protection and suppression, and patrol tour reporting systems.
Ability and willingness to stand and walk for prolonged periods.
Ability and willingness to climb and descend stairs.
Ability to spend extensive time exposed to environmental elements.
Ability to clearly and efficiently follow directions.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in criminal justice, security, or another criminal justice discipline from an accredited college or university.
Previous law enforcement, military, or industrial security experience.
First Aid, AED, or CPR certification.
Training in incipient firefighting techniques.
Interpersonal skills to interface appropriately with employees, contractors, visitors, customers, delivery drivers, and others.
Experience with two-way radio.
Call-taking or dispatching experience in an emergency and service-related environment.
Experience conducting minor criminal investigations.
Experience conducting basic-level motor vehicle accident investigations.
Ability and willingness to complete written reports accurately.
Ability and willingness to communicate effectively in English in oral and written communications.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook.
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Complete all required training and maintain required certifications for security protection duties.
Respond to on-site emergencies, including fires, spills, medical incidents, motor vehicle accidents, water breaks, odors, and floods.
Maintain effective campus access controls.
Maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license permitting operation in New York State.
Maintain licenses, certifications, and other authorizations required by applicable laws and regulations to perform Security Officer duties.
Operate computers and security equipment and systems, including writing reports, sending and receiving email, computer-based surveillance and intrusion detection systems, access control platforms, protection devices, fire protection and suppression platforms, and patrol tour reporting systems.
Detect, deter, and report suspicious activity or findings.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
Access to a 24/7 nurse-based Health Coach resource.
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, including a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching and company retirement contributions.
Access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.
Tuition assistance.
Adoption assistance.
Paid parental leave.
Disability benefits.
Life insurance.
12 paid holidays.
Two weeks of annual vacation for new hires, which may be prorated based on start date.
Professional development and continued on-the-job learning.