Public Safety Security Officer - Ames National Laboratory

Iowa State University • Ames, IA

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About The Position

The Public Safety Security Officer at Ames National Laboratory is responsible for protecting property and ensuring the safety of personnel within the laboratory. This role involves conducting facility tours, monitoring fire and security systems, and performing various shift-specific assignments. The position requires effective communication with laboratory staff, researchers, students, visitors, and the general public, and operates on a schedule from 4:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. with rotating weekends.

Requirements

• Two years of experience in security and safety, or
• One year of post-high school education related to security and safety and one year of experience in security and safety, or
• Two years of post-high school education related to security and safety.
• Possession of an appropriate driver's license as required.
• Ability to obtain Certified Protection Officer certification within 6 months of hire and maintain certification for the duration of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Additional experience with industrial safety, fire safety, and security.
• Experience with Simplex fire systems.
• Experience with C-Cure security systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct facility tours to ensure safety and security.
• Monitor and respond to fire and security systems.
• Perform shift-specific assignments such as fire extinguisher program management and emergency response equipment inspections.
• Maintain inventories of first aid kits and closets.
• Communicate effectively with laboratory staff, researchers, students, visitors, and the general public.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and dental insurance.
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans.
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time.
• Onsite childcare in Ames, Iowa.
• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Wellbeing program.
• WorkFlex options for some positions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED