Security Officer

Wegmans Food Markets; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Wegmans Food Markets seeks a trusted Asset Protection Officer to help keep customers and associates safe in our store. You will patrol, escort, intervene in conflicts, and inspect perimeter security, maintaining a visible presence at entrances and parking areas.

The role requires 1+ years as sworn police officer with arrest authority, firearm license, valid driver’s license, and strong conflict management and communication skills; associate degree in criminal justice preferred.

Qualifications

• 1+ years full-time experience as a sworn police officer with arrest authority.
• Valid license to carry a firearm.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Conflict management and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Sound judgement and ability to work under pressure.
• Effective communication and ability to maintain composure in stressful environments.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Conflict management

Problem solving

Written communication

Verbal communication

Communication under pressure

Judgment under pressure

Education

Associate's degree in criminal justice

Job description

Location:

4256 James Street East Syracuse, NY 13057

Availability Requirement for this role:

Afternoon, Evening (including weekends).

Age Requirement:

Must be 18 years or older

Time Type:

Part time

Pay Range:

$31.00 / hour

Why Work Here

Working at Wegmans provides opportunities to grow, flexible scheduling, incredible benefits, and the experience of working for a company with a reputation you can be proud of.

Job Description

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