Armed Security Specialist | Emergency Response & Access

Stowers Institute for Medical Research; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Stowers Institute for Medical Research is seeking a Security Officer to help maintain a safe and secure environment and protect the Institute's assets. The role may involve covering shifts and vacations across locations at 1000 E.

50th and/or 8333 Hickman Mills, Kansas City, MO. Responsibilities include welcoming guests, patrolling, monitoring alarms and surveillance, reporting hazards, and coordinating emergency responses.

Qualifications

• Minimum: high school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Five years of law enforcement or security experience preferred.
• Must obtain Class A Armed Patrol Agent License with the Kansas City, MO Police Department.
• Certification in CPR with AED and Basic First Aid.
• Intermediate computer skills (Word, Teams, Outlook).
• Familiarity with security systems and related subsystems (textcaster, assist stations, Keystone, ServiceNow).
• Ability to meet physical requirements and pass fitness for duty tests.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist members, visitors and guests in a professional manner.
• Patrol interior/exterior areas, and monitor for hazards.
• Check interior and exterior doors and respond to alarms.
• Report violations, hazards, and incidents.
• Monitor video management and access control systems.
• Provide emergency response and coordinate with security management.
• Assist in covering shifts and locations as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Public relations

Work with minimal supervision

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic security access control

Security surveillance systems

Keystone/ServiceNow (security subsystems)

Job description

The Stowers Institute for Medical Research is seeking a Security Officer to help maintain a safe and secure environment and protect the Institute's assets. The role may involve covering shifts and vacations across locations at 1000 E.

50th and/or 8333 Hickman Mills, Kansas City, MO. Responsibilities include welcoming guests, patrolling, monitoring alarms and surveillance, reporting hazards, and coordinating emergency responses.