Security and Front Desk Customer Svc Rep

CareOregon, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, &

Disability insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness program

Employee assistance program

401(k) contributions

Paid holidays and PTO

Paid time off

Job summary

The Security and Front Desk Customer Service Representative at CareOregon, Inc. is the initial point of in-person contact for employees, members and visitors.

This role provides reception, information, and basic security screening, and may escalate to law enforcement when needed. This onsite position in Portland includes CCTV/alarms monitoring, first aid, access control, and collaboration with multiple departments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in customer service roles.
• Minimum 6 months of experience in physical security service roles (e.g., Security Officer, Unarmed Security Guard).
• DPSST unarmed security certification or eligible for Temporary Work Permit at hire.
• DPSST unarmed security certification must be obtained within 120 days of permit.
• First Aid and CPR certification within 90 days of hire.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Greet and direct members, contractors, and visitors to CareOregon facilities.
• Provide initial security screening of all people entering facilities.
• Maintain situational and community awareness for potential threats.
• Monitor access control and employee badges.
• Monitor CCTV and alarms, conduct building rounds.
• Provide security incident response and investigations as needed.
• Create incident reporting documentation.
• Provide basic first aid as needed.
• Support cross-department collaboration.

Job description

Security and Front Desk Customer Service Representative

The Security and Front Desk Customer Service Representative is the initial point of in-person contact for employees, members and visitors of CareOregon. The position provides customer service by providing reception and general information as well as directing visitors, contractors and deliveries to the proper location. This role is also responsible for conducting all initial/first line security assessments of people and objects entering CareOregon facilities and is equipped to attempt de-escalation and/or make the first call to law enforcement if necessary. The position provides other routine physical security services, including alarms monitoring, incident response, access control and monitoring, and providing basic first aid.

Estimated Hiring Range: $23.28 - $28.45 Bonus Target: Bonus - SIP Target, 5% Annual. Priority will be given to candidates residing in Oregon and Southwest Washington. This position is onsite at our Portland downtown corporate office working 4 ten-hour days.

Essential Responsibilities

• Greet and direct members, contractors, and visitors to CareOregon facilities.
• Provide initial security screening of all people entering CareOregon facilities.
• Understand local and state laws related to physical security and unauthorized individuals.
• Maintain situational and community awareness for potential threats or risks to CareOregon employees, members, visitors, and property.
• Maintain and monitor access control at CareOregon facilities, including employee access badges.
• Treat all customers with honesty, courtesy, dignity, and respect; maintain confidentiality as appropriate.
• Provide customers with professional, timely and competent service; escort visitors as needed.
• Monitor CCTV, monitor alarms, conduct building rounds, and perform other routine security services.
• Provide security incident response and/or investigation as needed, including escalating to law enforcement if necessary.
• Create clear, concise incident reporting documentation.
• Provide scene assessment of emergencies and perform basic first aid as needed.
• Support internal employee parking garage administration.
• Cross matrix and support work within other departments, including, but not limited to, Mail Room, Facilities, Safety and Disaster Preparedness.
• Support High Rise Building Evacuation Team as needed during drills and emergencies.
• Provide proactive, value-added service by identifying and reporting building issues.
• Consistently meet or exceed Department and Company standards and expectations including but not limited to quality, production, and attendance.
• May need to provide notary services, depending on office location.

Experience and/or Education Required

• Minimum 1 year of experience in customer service roles.
• Minimum 6 months of experience in physical security service roles (e.g., Security Officer, Unarmed Security Guard, etc.).
• Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) unarmed security professional certification - OR - qualify for DPSST Temporary Work Permit at time of hire.
• Oregon DPSST unarmed security professional certification must be obtained within 120 days of the Temporary Work Permit issue date.
• First Aid and CPR certified upon hire or obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Private security staff must be at least 18 years of age.
• Preferred: More than 1 year of experience in physical security service roles.
• Preferred: Customer service experience within a health care, call center, claims or hospitality environment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Familiarity with the Incident Command System.
• Ability to make rapid assessments of escalating situations.
• Ability to articulate complex issues in an easy-to-understand manner.
• Ability to contribute ideas and information in department meetings.
• Ability to educate, give concise information and directions, and follow instructions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills, including the ability to interact professionally, patiently, and courteously with customers over the phone and in person.
• Strong active-listening and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to attend to detail and be accurate.
• Effective time-management skills; ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to use Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, SharePoint.
• Ability to use cloud-based access control software system.
• Ability to use online Call Tracking system to document all activities and communication with members.
• Ability to use cloud-based visitor management system.
• Ability to learn and utilize new software and technology.
• Ability to use two-way radio to effectively communicate during routine security checks, drills and emergencies.
• Ability to integrate with an existing team and share best practices.
• Ability to contribute to department improvements.
• Ability to commit to improving quality and productivity.
• Ability to adhere to a set schedule and demonstrate excellent attendance.
• Ability to work effectively with others in an environment with diverse individuals and groups.
• Possess a high degree of initiative and motivation along with the ability to effectively collaborate and plan with coworkers and others.
• Ability to learn, focus, understand, and evaluate information and determine appropriate actions.
• Ability to accept direction and feedback, as well as tolerate and manage stress.
• Ability to see, read, hear, and speak clearly for at least 6 hours/day.
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, and perform repetitive finger and wrist movement for at least 3-6 hours/day.
• Ability to push, pull, climb stairs, bend, and pinch small objects for at least 3 hours/day.

Working Conditions

Work Environment(s): Indoor/Office; Community; Facilities/Security; Outdoor Exposure. Member/Patient Facing: No. Telephonic: In Person. Hazards: May include, but not limited, to physical, ergonomic, chemical, and biological hazards. Equipment: General office equipment, multiple line telephone, portable radio, first-aid equipment, AED. Travel: This position may occasionally include required or optional travel outside of the workplace; the employee’s personal vehicle, local transit or other means of transportation may be used.

Work Location: Office - 4 days/week. Schedule: Four (10) hour shifts during business hours (Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM).

If you receive an offer of employment for this position, it is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a pre-employment background check, immunization review, and drug screen (including THC/Marijuana).

Benefits

• CareOregon offers medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance, as well as health savings account, flexible spending account(s), lifestyle spending account, employee assistance program, wellness program, discounts, and multiple supplemental benefits (e.g., voluntary life, critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, pre-tax parking, pet insurance, 529 College Savings, etc.).
• Benefits-eligible employees qualify for benefits beginning on the first of the month on or after their start date.
• We also offer a strong retirement plan with employer contributions.
• Benefits-eligible employees accrue PTO and Paid State Sick Time based on hours worked/scheduled hours and the primary work state.
• Employees may also receive paid holidays, volunteer time, jury duty, bereavement leave, and more, depending on eligibility.
• Non-benefits eligible employees can enjoy 401(k) contributions, Paid State Sick Time, wellness and employee assistance program benefits, and other perks.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. CareOregon is an equal opportunity employer. The organization selects the best individual for the job based upon job related qualifications, regardless of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, age, veteran status, ancestry, marital status or disability. The organization will make a reasonable accommodation to known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship on the operation of our organization.

CareOregon is a nonprofit, mission-driven health plan, focused on providing care to low-income Oregonians. The CareOregon family includes Columbia Pacific CCO, Jackson Care Connect, and our work as part of Health Share of Oregon. Our mission is to inspire and partner to create quality and equity in individual and community health. Our vision is healthy communities for all individuals, regardless of income or social factors. Making Healthcare Work for Absolutely Everyone.

Veterans

Veterans CareOregon greatly encourages military veterans to apply.