Security Guard/Officer

Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation • Oklahoma City, OK

1d • Onsite

About The Position

A Security Guard or Officer at OMRF plays a critical role in maintaining a safe and secure environment that enables groundbreaking research, collaboration, and innovation. In addition to ensuring safety, this position serves as a key public-facing role, directly representing OMRF and contributing to a welcoming and professional atmosphere for staff and visitors alike. The role involves carrying out protection duties, ensuring safety, and acting as a first responder in various emergency situations.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED
• One year of public safety, law enforcement or military experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
• CLEET ASG certification or equivalent Peace Officer certification from another state or completed Phase 1 and/or Phase 2 to become certified
• Valid Oklahoma Driver’s License
• License to carry a firearm
• Knowledge of law enforcement policies and procedures
• Basic computer skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate and engage individuals on a professional, friendly, efficient, and courteous manner
• Good judgement and strong problem-solving ability
• Must be honest, courageous, alert, observant, calm, well-disciplined, reliable, and loyal
• Ability to multitask and prioritize
• Ability to learn, manage and operate electronic systems that support the security team
• While ‘on duty’, must wear OMRF-issued uniform and equipment

Nice To Haves

• First aid and/or CPR certification
• Specialized training in security procedures and tactics and/or military training
• ASIS International membership and/or APP certification
• Retired Law Enforcement encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

• Keep abreast of all security policies and know where they are located for quick reference.
• Perform foot patrols of Foundation buildings and grounds.
• Check interior and exterior doors.
• Ensure doors, windows, and gates are secure.
• Monitor entrance and departure of employees, visitors, and others during business hours and/or special events.
• Evaluate, address, and take necessary steps with suspicious persons, vehicles, or circumstances.
• Report violations of company security, safety, and procedural policies.
• Warn violators of rule infractions or violations, such as loitering, illegal parking, or carrying forbidden articles.
• Apprehend or expel persons engaging in suspicious or criminal acts.
• Respond to alarms.
• Act as first responder in a security emergency.
• Direct, coordinate, and carry out security responses to fire alarms, bomb threats, suspicious packages, hazardous material releases or spills, medical emergencies, mechanical or equipment failures, extreme weather, or other criminal actions.
• Report hazardous conditions such as fire risks, water leaks, chemical spills, and malfunctioning equipment.
• Monitor, utilize, operate, and maintain various security systems and equipment, including access control, video surveillance, key tracking, and alert systems.
• Raise and lower parking gates; assist with manual operation during power outages.
• Run reports to determine card activity history, individual clearances, or other relevant access data.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Comprehensive benefits to full-time employees including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Minimum 8% company retirement contribution
• Vacation and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Access to our onsite café
• Free onsite fitness center with access to personal trainer
• Free parking
• Relocation assistance available for those located 50 miles outside of Oklahoma City metro

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees