BGS Security Officer

State of Vermont • Calais, VT

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Building & General Services (BGS) Office of Safety & Security is seeking for a Security Officer to support our mission to keep to state employees and facilities safe and secure. Security duties vary greatly from day to day but can include managing visitors at security kiosks, conducting building patrols, enforcing parking policies, responding to alarms, emergencies, and concerning events, monitoring security cameras, and documenting the circumstances of safety and security events. Incumbents must be able to communicate effectively verbally as well as be able to write comprehensive incident reports. Incumbents may be required to walk and/or stand for long periods of time, sometimes in adverse weather conditions. Candidates must have a valid driver's license and be available to work at night, weekends, and possibly on holidays. This position will work 4 ten-hour days per week.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two (2) or more years of experience in customer service
• One (1) or more year of experience in security or emergency services
• Valid Driver's License
• Must pass a fingerprint supported security clearance prior to starting position
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification and all other BGS approved required training must be completed within the first nine months of employment

Responsibilities

• Managing visitors at security kiosks
• Conducting building patrols
• Enforcing parking policies
• Responding to alarms, emergencies, and concerning events
• Monitoring security cameras
• Documenting the circumstances of safety and security events
• Communicate effectively verbally
• Write comprehensive incident reports
• Walk and/or stand for long periods of time
• Work in adverse weather conditions
• Work at night, weekends, and possibly on holidays
• Work overtime, sometimes on short notice
• Work alone
• Converse with state employees, contractors, and the public
• Encounter potentially dangerous situations
• Travel may be necessary for which private means of transportation will be required

Benefits

• 80% State paid medical premium
• Dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• State defined benefit pension plan
• Deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

What This Job Offers

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