Security Officer

Wegmans Food Markets; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus up to $2,500

Health care benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Scholarship program

Job summary

Wegmans Food Markets in Buffalo, NY is seeking an Asset Protection Officer to maintain a visible security presence, patrol store areas and entrances, and promptly address safety concerns. You will escort staff and customers as needed and intervene in conflicts to protect people and property.

Qualified candidates have police experience with arrest authority, a valid firearms license, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Sworn police officer with arrest authority (1+ years full-time)
• Valid license to carry a firearm and valid driver’s license
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Conflict management and problem-solving skills under pressure
• Ability to anticipate, analyze and identify opportunities and risks

Responsibilities

• Maintain high visibility near the front entrance and survey parking areas
• Escort employees and/or customers as requested
• Intervene and diffuse customer conflicts
• Inspect perimeter doors, windows and gates for security
• Monitor store environment to deter undesired activity

Skills

Conflict management

Communication skills

Problem solving

Arrest authority

Firearm license

Driver's license

Threat assessment

Education

Associate’s degree in criminal justice

EMT certification

AED certification

Job description

EARN A BONUS UP TO 2.5k! At Wegmans, we’re committed to providing incredible service, which includes keeping our customers and employees safe. Our Asset Protection Officers maintain a visible presence throughout our stores, including foot and vehicle patrols. We’re looking for someone we can trust to address all safety and security concerns!

What You'll Do

• Maintain high visibility near the front entrance and survey the outside parking areas
• Escort employees and/or customers as requested
• Intervene with and effectively diffuse customer conflicts
• Inspect perimeter doors, windows and gates to ensure high levels of security
• Monitor store environment to deter undesirable activity on the property

Requirements

• 1+ years full-time experience as a sworn police officer with arrest authority in a military, municipal, county, state, or federal police agency
• Valid license to carry a firearm
• Valid driver’s license
• Conflict management and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Sound judgement skills and ability to manage conflict and communicate effectively under pressure
• Effective communication skills and ability to maintain composure in stressful environments
• Ability to anticipate, analyze and identify opportunities

Preferred Experience

• Associate’s degree in criminal justice or related field
• Certified Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
• AED, APR and FAC certified

At Wegmans, we’ve always believed we can achieve our goals only if we first fulfill the needs of our people. Putting our people first and offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and a wide range of meaningful perks is just the beginning of what defines a rewarding career at Wegmans.

Comprehensive benefits

• Paid time off (PTO) to help you balance your personal and work life
• Higher premium pay rates for working overtime, on Sundays, or on a recognized holiday
• Health care benefits that provide a high level of coverage at a low cost to you
• Retirement plan with a 401(k) match
• A generous scholarship program to help employees meet their educational goals
• LiveWell Employee & Family program to support your emotional, work-life and financial wellness

Our employees have put us high on Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list every year since it was first produced in 1998. Discover what it means to work for a mission-driven, values-based company where YOU make the difference.

• Certain eligibility requirements must be satisfied, and offerings may differ based upon area or the company and/or position.