Security Officer - Specialist II – Night Shift

About the role

The Security Officer (SO) plays a vital role in the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR) community, focusing on the detection, deterrence, and prevention of threats and hazards to maintain a safe and supportive work environment. This position resides within the Laboratory Protection (LP) group at NLR.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patrols in a thorough, reliable, and operationally sound manner.
• Perform entry control duties accurately, consistently, and professionally.
• Respond to routine alarms in a safe, timely, and reliable manner.
• Independently establish and manage incident command for routine incidents with good judgment.
• Provide professional, respectful, and effective customer service during routine interactions.
• Use radio communications clearly, professionally, and effectively during routine operations.
• Independently produce clear, accurate, and organized incident reports with minimal corrections.
• Begin training in Central Monitoring Station (CMS) operations and develop foundational knowledge of CMS systems and procedures.
• Support overall Laboratory Protection mission objectives through additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 1 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education/experience.
• Or, relevant Associate’s Degree or certification program of comparable scope or equivalent relevant education/experience.
• A minimum of one year of experience in security, safety, emergency response or related field.

Skills

• Intermediate skills in applicable software packages and office equipment.
• Basic project administration skills.
• Ability to prioritize work.
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills.
• Very good team and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short*-and long-term disability insurance.
• Pension benefits*.
• 403(b) Employee Savings Plan with employer match*.
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.
• Personal time off (PTO) and sick leave.
• Paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement*.
• Performance-, merit-, and achievement-based awards that include a monetary component.

Pay

Qualified and successful candidates will receive a job offer with an annual salary between $51k-64k. Shift Schedule And Pay Differential Shift 1: 11 p.m. – 7:30 a.m. (additional12% shift pay differential).

Schedule

This position is eligible for overtime. Shift assignment and days off are determined based on team needs.

Additional Information

Job Application Submission Window: Up to 30 days and may be extended as needed. Annual Salary Range (based on full-time 40 hours per week): $44,500 - $71,200.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard basis of age (40 and over), color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic partner status, military or veteran status, national origin/ancestry, race, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding), sexual orientation, and any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local laws.