Security Officer

Sentry Insurance Agency • Stevens Point, WI

35d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer, you'll monitor numerous properties to provide safety and security to Sentry associates, visitors, and assets. At Sentry, security is one of our top priorities. To ensure our associates are safe and that our properties are secured, we are seeking a security-focused individual to join our Security team. In this key full-time opportunity, you’ll grow your physical security experience in a dedicated and rewarding environment while knowing you’ve made an impact to keep our teams are safe. We are currently looking for a Security Officer to assist our 3rd shift team from 10:30pm-6:30am Monday through Friday. There is a rotating 3rd shift weekend from 6:30pm-6:30am. This role will require flexibility with the availability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and special events as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent work experience
• Must be able to obtain and maintain CPR/AED/First Aid certification
• Observation and problem-solving skills
• Communication and customer service skills
• Organizational skills
• Excellent driving record
• Ability to react quickly and remain calm in sensitive situations
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays
• Obtain and maintain membership in professional industry organizations (i.e. ASIS)

Responsibilities

• Patrol and monitor interior and exterior of numerous premises to prevent and detect any risks to Sentry associates and property. This includes but is not limited to monitoring cameras, security systems and numerous other devices, checking for tampering or damage to property and equipment, detecting health and safety issues, and the identification of unauthorized individuals.
• Analyze and respond appropriately to emergency situations, taking command of the scene and providing any needed aide. This may include providing medical attention, deescalating a situation by using verbal and physical tactics, giving direction to those nearby, and escorting emergency personnel through the building.
• Escalate risks appropriately based on the severity.
• Investigate identified risks or issues by reviewing security cameras and access control system to analyze the situation/incident, review with more experienced team members and/or managers to determine appropriate follow-up steps.
• Administer the access control system for all associates, contractors, and visitors to maintain a safe and secure environment. This involves issuing temporary badges, activating and inactivating badges, and acknowledging and responding to alarms.
• Complete incident reports on any irregularities, such as equipment and property damage, safety and health issues, theft, presence of unauthorized individuals, and any other unusual occurrences.
• Conduct regular inspections on fire extinguishers, fire valves, AED, door alarms, eyewash stations, lighting, audible alarms, etc. to ensure all equipment is properly functioning.
• Collaborate with Travel department on pool car administration by signing out and collecting keys from authorized individuals.
• Maintain lost & found, temporary keys, temporary & visitor access badges, parcel, overnight parking, and other logs.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned from time to time

Benefits

• Meal Subsidy available for associates who report to an office.
• 401(K) plan with a dollar-for-dollar match on your first eight percent, plus immediate vesting to help strengthen your financial future.
• Continue your education and career development through Sentry University (SentryU) and utilize our Tuition Reimbursement program
• Generous Paid-Time Off plan for you to enjoy time out of the office as well as Volunteer-Time off
• Group Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Parental leave, and our Health and Wellness benefits to encourage a healthy lifestyle.
• Well-being and Employee Assistance programs
• Sentry Foundation gift matching program to encourage charitable giving.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees