Security Officer

Par Health; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Par Health in St. Louis, MO seeks an experienced Security Officer to protect employees, property, information and the company’s reputation. The role covers access control, badge issuance, emergency response, and coordination with police and fire departments at the St. Louis Plant Site.

The ideal candidate has 5–10 years of law enforcement experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to document incidents clearly. Expect 12-hour shifts and comprehensive safety training.

Qualifications

• Approved as Armed & Licensed Security Officer by state police authorities.
• 5–10 years of law enforcement experience with strong observation skills.
• Ability to document incidents clearly and promptly.
• Familiarity with access control, badge issuance, and visitor management.

Responsibilities

• Prevent diversion of controlled substances and protect DEA registrations.
• Coordinate emergencies with police, fire, and internal teams.
• Issue visitor/contractor badges and manage approved access lists.
• Monitor alarms and secure lab areas, entrances and parking lots.
• Enforce company policies and applicable state laws; report incidents.

Skills

Law Enforcement Experience

Observation & Communication

De-escalation Skills

Report Writing

Education

Accredited Law Enforcement Academy graduate

Job description

Why Us?

At Par Health, we believe great healthcare is built on getting the essentials right. We’re looking for passionate, talented individuals who share our commitment to improving lives. With a global workforce, we lead with pride and purpose—prioritizing quality and safety while fostering a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and teamwork. Elevating the Essentials isn’t just our tagline, it’s the higher standard we live by every day.

Job Description Summary

The Primary responsibility of the Security Officers is the safety and security of employees, property, information, and the reputation of the Par Health St. Louis Plant Site.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Functions include but are not limited to:
• The prevention of diversion of Schedule I through V pharmaceutical grade narcotics and list one precursor chemicals
• The protection of the DEA Registrations by following proscribed DEA Rules and Regulations
• The handling of various sensitive information/situations that relates to company property, employees, incidents, and investigations.
• Integral to emergency responses including chemical, medical, fire and weather emergencies
• Point of contact and coordination with Police and Fire Departments in emergencies
• Issuing visitors / contractor badges and ensuring that they are on the approved list to enter the site.
• Control Plant Access & Property of all Employees, Contractors, & Visitors to the site.
• Communication and dispatch center for Environmental, Safety, Security, Maintenance and Manufacturing for all plant activities
• Security patrol and surveillance of plant property and parking areas
• Monitoring Alarm Systems including authorized personnel into lab areas, gates, Security Door entry, Parking Lots, Labs and (exit and entry).
• Control Access of all persons and materials, chemical and mechanical entering and exiting the facility.
• All Officers are required to be familiar with the handling of Hazardous Material Spills, Injuries, & Emergency Response.
• Trained in criminal investigation, sabotage & industrial terrorism
• All Officers must receive continuing education through local colleges in the following areas: the St. Louis Police Department for Private Industrial Security, relative to current Industrial Security Standards; criminal law including workplace violence; and firearms training
• Position not only requires the ability to enforce all Company Policy and Procedures but must also enforce all applicable state laws.
• The Security Officer must be proficient in the proper use of force to protect employees, visitors and company property. They must be exceptionally proficient in this regard because of the inherent liability of the company

Minimum Requirements

• Ability to be approved as an Armed & Licensed Security Officer/Courier by Watchmen’s Division of the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department.

Skills/Competencies

• 5-10 years of Law Enforcement.
• The position requires exceptional observation, verbal and written communication, investigation, de-escalation and negotiating skills. The Security officer must be able to express Company Policy to a variety of individuals. Many times, this verbal communication must be accomplished in potential hostile situations. The Officers also must make written reports of all incidents.
• 5-10 years armed Law Enforcement.

Preferred Requirements

• Graduate of Accredited Law Enforcement Academy.

Organizational Relationships/Scope

Security Officers/Guards report directly to the Security Supervisor and Head of Global Security.

Working Conditions

• The hourly rate of pay is $35.03 per the CBA.
• Must be flexible and responsive to the demands of the business environment as well as the potential security risks to manufacturing plants in the U.S. Working hours are 12 hour shifts rotating between days and nights on 4 day rotations.
• Overtime requirements can be extensive at times.
• Must be willing and able to wear PPE including steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, earplugs, or equipment that may be required.

DISCLAIMER:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.

EEO Statement

We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment, and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.