Security Officer

Wegmans; Lanham (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus up to $2,500

Job summary

Wegmans Corporation seeks a Corporate Security Officer to patrol our distribution facility and ensure a safe environment for employees, visitors, and assets. You will monitor access points, verify vendor and driver credentials, and respond to incidents with professional conduct.

Requirements include 1+ year sworn police experience, a firearm license, a valid driver’s license, and strong communication and conflict-management skills.

Qualifications

• 1+ years full-time experience as a sworn police officer.
• Valid license to carry a firearm.
• Valid driver's license.
• Conflict management and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively under pressure.
• Ability to anticipate and analyze issues.
• Willingness to complete required specialized training.
• Technical aptitude to navigate multiple programs and screens.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency situations with clear, calm direction and provide medical care as trained.
• Manage access control; verify vendors, contractors, and visitors have business purpose.
• Protect company assets and welfare of employees, visitors, and vendors with strong customer service.
• Proactively patrol buildings and grounds and investigate safety events as needed.

Skills

Arrest authority

Firearm license

Driver's license

Conflict management

Written communication

Verbal communication

Ability to work under pressure

Technical navigation

Job description

EARN A BONUS UP TO $2,500!

At Wegmans our commitment is to provide incredible service, to which the foundation is ensuring our customers, employees, and visitors, feel safe and secure while operating on our grounds. As a Wegmans Corporate Security Officer, you will be part of the team of individuals who provide a safe environment throughout our distribution facility.This role is responsible for conducting foot and vehicle patrols which may include various temperatures and weather. Additionally, you will monitor access control and check vendors and truck drivers in and out of our facilities. Our Security Officers play a key role in maintaining the safety of the Wegmans grounds by being a highly trained security professional, skilled in key areas of Wegmans Asset Protection.

What You'll Do

• Respond to emergency situations providing clear, calm, and decisive direction while providing medical care to the appropriate level of training/certification as needed
• Manage access control; verify that vendors, contractors, and other visitors have a business purpose to be on site
• Protect company property, corporate assets and the welfare and safety of employees, visitors and vendors while maintaining a strong emphasis on customer service
• Proactively patrol the buildings and grounds of the complex and perform preliminary investigations involving safety and security events as necessary

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
• Ability to participate in and complete any required specialized training
• Technical aptitude and ability to navigate through multiple programs and screens efficiently

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*

1. Paid time off (PTO) to help you balance your personal and work life
2. Higher premium pay rates for working overtime, on Sundays, or on a recognized holiday
3. Health care benefits that provide a high level of coverage at a low cost to you
4. Retirement plan with a 401(k) match
5. A generous scholarship program to help employees meet their educational goals
6. 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.

CPR: Certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation - Red Cross/AHA: American Heart Association; AED: Automated External Defibrillator - Red Cross/AHA: American Heart Association; Associate - Criminal Justice; Pennsylvania License to Carry Firearms (Lethal Weapons Training Act) - Pennsylvania State Sheriff's Office; Act 235 certification - Pennsylvania State Sheriff's Office; EMT: Emergency Medical Technicians - NREMT: National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians; Work Environment Interactions may involve conflict or other stressful situations Work includes driving, walking, standing, lifting and being alert for long periods Light to medium effort work with some heavy effort tasks Work environment involves exposure to various work environments, including temperature changes May be exposed to various allergens; FAC: First Aid Certification - AHA: American Heart Association; Extensive experience as a Trooper/Police Officer working road patrol or extensive experience in the United States Military in Special Operations or Military Law Enforcement