BGS Security Officer

State of Vermont; Montpelier (VT); On-site; USD 29,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Vermont, Department of Building & General Services, is seeking a Security Officer in Montpelier to keep state employees and facilities safe and secure.

Responsibilities include visitor management, patrols, alarm response, and reporting incidents. Candidates must have a valid driver’s license and be available for night, weekend, or holiday work. 4 ten-hour days per week are planned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two or more years of experience in customer service.
• One or more year of experience in security or emergency services.

Responsibilities

• Manage visitors at security kiosks and conduct building patrols.
• Enforce parking policies and respond to alarms and emergencies.
• Monitor security cameras and document incident details.

Skills

Customer service

Security or emergency services

Valid Driver's License

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Department: Buildings & General Services

Location: Montpelier, VT, US

Position Type: Permanent

Schedule Type: Full Time

Minimum Salary: $21.41

Maximum Salary: $33.11

Overview

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.

Who May Apply

This position, BGS Security Officer (Job Requisition #55667), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

Incumbents may be expected to work night and/or weekends shifts and be willing to work overtime, sometimes on short notice. Incumbents will frequently work alone and in adverse weather conditions. Tact is needed while conversing with state employees, contractors, and the public. Some exposure to potentially dangerous situations may be encountered. Standing or walking for extended periods will be necessary. Some travel may be necessary for which private means of transportation will be required.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent AND two (2) or more years of experience in customer service AND one (1) or more year of experience in security or emergency services.

Special Requirements

Valid Driver's License is required.

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.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 12 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a 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

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.