Safety & Security Associate (Full or Part Time)

National Life Group; Montpelier (VT); On-site; USD 23,419 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) eligibility

Paid time off benefits

Discretionary annual incentive programs

Job summary

National Life Group in Montpelier, Vermont, is seeking a Safety & Security Associate to ensure the physical security of our premises. This entry-level position includes patrolling, responding to emergencies, and enforcing safety policies. Candidates should have a High School Diploma and some experience in security or law enforcement.

The role requires individuals to have strong communication skills and ability to pass a background check. The base pay ranges from $17 to $25 per hour, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Some physical security experience or law enforcement or emergency management, preferred.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Must be CPR/First Aid certified or able to achieve certification within 3 months.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Must have and maintain a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Respond in the event of a fire, medical, or environmental emergency.
• Enforce the parking program for Vermont campus locations.
• Secure premises by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
• Investigate security breaches, incidents, and alarming behavior.
• Prepare draft reports by recording observations.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Customer service skills

Knowledge of physical security

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Windows

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Come join one of America’s fastest-growing insurance companies. Since 1848, National Life Group has aimed to keep our promises, providing families with stability in good times and in bad. Throughout that history, we have provided peace of mind to those families as they plan their futures.

Our mission extends beyond the insurance and annuities policies that we offer. We strive to make the world a better place through our grants from our charitable foundation, paid volunteer time for our employees, environmentally sustainable and healthy workplaces, and events that promote the work of nonprofits in our own backyard.

Do good. Be good. Make good.

Safety & Security Associate (Full or Part Time)

We do not offer visa sponsorship for this position.

Shifts are: 1st (7am - 3pm), 2nd (3pm - 11pm), and 3rd (11pm - 7am).

Summary

This entry level position helps enforce the physical security policy for National Life Group. This includes surveillance of our premises, protection of staff, tenants, and visitors, detecting suspicious happenings, and preventing vandalism, thefts, or other criminal behavior. The position performs security operations during one of three shifts, which are typically 8 hours in length but may differ depending on need and available resources. Team members may be expected to work nights, weekends, and holidays to fulfill the needs of the Company. Work is performed under the supervision of the Safety & Security Shift Supervisor, and under the general direction of the Safety & Security Shift Lead and the Facilities Operations and Safety Manager.

Responsibilities

• Expected to respond in the event of a fire, medical, or environmental emergency.
• Helps enforce the parking program for Vermont campus locations.
• Informs people on campus about physical safety and security policy and procedures.
• Secures premises by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment and access points.
• Processes visitors and greets guests to campus.
• Investigates security breaches, incidents, and other alarming behavior.
• May control traffic by directing drivers.
• Prepares draft reports by recording observations, information, occurrences, and surveillance activities.
• Monitors building environment and reports irregularities and problems to shift supervisor.
• Capable of promoting an effective culture of safety and security for the enterprise.
• Behavioral: Self-motivated, team player, follows guidelines, treats others with respect. Holds self and others accountable. Communicates effectively. Manages conflict appropriately.

Requirements

• Some physical security experience or law enforcement or emergency management, preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Must be CPR/First Aid certified or be able to achieve certification within 3 months.
• Must have and maintain a clean driving record.
• Valid driver’s license.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Entry level knowledge of physical security programs within a corporate environment.
• Adequate verbal and written communication skills.
• Adequate interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Entry level knowledge of physical security.
• Entry level knowledge of security electronics and technology.
• Basic knowledge of Windows, MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.
• Must be able to stand for up to 4 hours.
• Must be able to stay alert at all times.
• Must be able to operate a company vehicle.
• Must be able to respond to Vermont campus in under 1 hour when “on call”.

Base Pay Range

The base pay range for this position is the range National Life reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors, including: prior experience and job-related knowledge; education, training and certificates; current business needs; and market factors. The final salary or hourly wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances.

Additional Compensation and Benefits

The total compensation package for this position may also include a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in National Life’s discretionary annual incentive programs, subject to the rules governing such programs. If hired, the employee will be in an "at-will position" and National Life reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

National Life is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis and the role remains open until filled.

Hourly Pay Range

$17 - $25 USD