Security Officer I - Plant Scherer (Pre-Hire Testing Required)

About the Role

The Security Officer position is responsible for protecting Georgia Power employees, contractors, visitors, and property. Enforce and administer established rules, procedures, and appropriate laws. Respond to alarms and security requests for security services. Process personnel for access authorization to Plant McDonough in accordance with established procedures. Interpret procedures and regulations and make decisions regarding plant access control.

Responsibilities

• Enforce and administer plant security policies and procedures
• Respond to alarms and security service requests
• Process personnel for access authorization
• Interpret and apply company policies, procedures, and criminal laws
• Administer basic first aid/CPR
• Operate electronic security systems
• Direct and control traffic
• Handle crisis situations, threat alerts, and communications with outside agencies
• Persuade, motivate, and influence others
• Prioritize and perform work with minimal supervision
• Maintain strict confidentiality

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent (preferred)
• Valid Georgia driver’s license
• Must be 21 years of age
• Experience in military, law enforcement, corrections, or armed security preferred
• Knowledge of the criminal justice system desired
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Fluency in Spanish a plus
• Must meet all local, State, and Federal requirements for firearm issuance and private security
• Must obtain an Armed Security Officer License issued by the State Board of Private Detective and Security Agencies
• Must pass a background check, psychological test, physical exam, and drug test
• Must qualify for firearm use and re-qualify with semiautomatic pistol and pump action shotgun at least twice annually (day and night firing qualifications) with a minimum passing score of 80%
• Must be sprayed with O.C. Pepper Spray during training
• Must be able to work rotating shifts: days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime
• Must be able and willing to work in severe weather conditions
• Must have at least one year of verifiable driving experience and a clean driving record (no revocations in the last 36 months, no major violations in the last 12 months)
• Must consent to continuous monitoring of Motor Vehicle Record

Skills

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Negotiation skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Ability to operate multiple electronic security systems simultaneously
• Ability to handle crisis situations and threat alerts
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
• Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality

Physical Demands

Routine Physical Demands

• Lift and carry 40 pounds, 50 feet: 3-4 hours per 8 or 12-hour shift
• Stand: up to 5.5 hours per 8 or 12-hour shift
• Sit: up to 5.5 hours per 8 or 12-hour shift
• Walk: up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12-hour shift
• Drive: up to 5.5 hours per 8 or 12-hour shift
• Climb: up to 2.0 hours per 8 or 12-hour shift (including climbing 125 stairs regularly)
• Balance: up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12-hour shift
• Bend/Stoop: up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12-hour shift
• Kneel: up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12-hour shift
• Crouch: up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12-hour shift
• Push/Pull: up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12-hour shift
• Squat: up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12-hour shift
• Reach above shoulder level: up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12-hour shift
• Work alone: up to 8.0 hours per 8 or 12-hour shift
• Grasp with both hands: up to 5.5 hours per 8 or 12-hour shift
• Fine manipulation with both hands: up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12-hour shift
• Keyboarding: up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12-hour shift

Vision and Hearing Requirements

• See at near and far distances with at least 20/40 acuity in each eye, with or without correction
• Recognize and distinguish among control devices showing red, green, and amber colors
• Binocular vision
• At least 70º peripheral vision in horizontal meridian in each eye
• Hear a forced whisper at 5 feet

Environmental and Other Tolerances

• Tolerate exposure to non-lethal substances (e.g., OC spray, tear gas)
• Tolerate exposure to marked changes in temperature and humidity or extremes
• Tolerate exposure to dust, fumes, gases, and chemicals

Emergency Physical Demands

• Run 100 yards with standard issue gear within 90 seconds
• Climb 35 feet of stairs with standard issue gear within 60 seconds
• Lift 35 pounds and carry 50 yards with standard issue gear within 90 seconds
• Maneuver through a 24-inch opening/passage with standard issue gear

Schedule

• Starts as a night position (6 PM to 6 AM)
• May require rotating days and shifts as needed
• Shifts: 6 AM to 6 PM or 6 PM to 6 AM, including holidays and weekends

Benefits

Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy, including:

• Competitive base salary
• Annual incentive awards for eligible employees
• Health, welfare, and retirement benefits
• Additional compensation such as incentive programs (subject to terms and conditions)

For more details, visit Southern Company Benefits Summary.

This position is classified as "Safety Sensitive" and requires preemployment screenings to determine fitness for duty. Any offer of employment is contingent upon successfully completing all required fitness assessments.