Corporate Security Officer

EMC Insurance Companies•Des Moines, IA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Corporate Security Officer supports security and safety across EMC properties in Des Moines, Iowa. With guidance from experienced Security Specialists, the officer monitors security cameras and electronic protection systems, manages facility access, conducts foot patrols, supports building lock and unlock procedures, and helps identify security, safety, and maintenance concerns. The role maintains confidential shift documentation, assists with emergency response, investigates incidents, and preserves evidence. The officer shadows experienced specialists to learn company policies, department procedures, and fire and life safety practices, and completes required security and safety training. The scheduled second shift is Tuesday through Friday, 12:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.; occasional weekend, night, and holiday work may be required on rotation, in shifts of up to 10 hours. Shift differential pay is available. The hiring salary range is $18 to $23.45.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to perform CPR/AED as a first responder.
Ability to obtain security- and safety-related certifications while at EMC.
Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
Good customer service skills.
Ability to communicate via radio and phone.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to maintain complete confidentiality of personal information, corporate information, and security protocols.
Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
Ability to respond quickly to sounds and identify and respond to potentially dangerous situations.
Ability to wear personal protective gear for most of the day.
Ability to work in warm and cold environments and on concrete floors.
Ability to occasionally work weekends, nights, and holidays, up to 10-hour shifts on rotation.

Nice To Haves

Experience in corporate security or a similar environment.
CPR/AED certification attained within the first 12 months.

Responsibilities

Monitor security cameras and operate electronic protection systems to identify threats and safety concerns.
Manage facility access for team members, contractors, and visitors, ensuring only authorized individuals enter corporate campus and regional office premises.
Maintain shift logs and document interactions, handling sensitive information and security matters confidentially.
Assist with foot patrols of buildings, parking lots, parking ramps, and outdoor campus areas to identify security, safety, or maintenance issues.
Assist with building lock and unlock procedures, distribute supplies, check fire extinguishers and AEDs, and escort team members when needed.
Work with security team members and other departments to support a coordinated approach to security and safety.
Assess risks and identify potential security and safety hazards to prevent incidents.
Share knowledge and best practices and support team efforts to maintain a safe and secure environment.
Complete required Security and Safety Learning Central, training, and de-escalation modules by their due dates.
Shadow experienced Security Specialists to learn company policies and department procedures and gain experience in corporate security and safety.
Consult experienced Security Specialists to learn security and safety best practices and develop basic skills for routine tasks.
Learn fire and life safety procedures with experienced Security Specialists.
Serve as a member of EMC’s Emergency Response Team and assist public emergency responding entities during emergencies.
Investigate security incidents, document findings, and preserve evidence.
Provide suggestions to prevent future issues.