Security Officer

Addition Financial Credit Union; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with match

Medical, dental, vision

Tuition assistance

Paid vacation and sick leave

Paid parental leave

Holiday pay

Employee discounts

Job summary

Addition Financial is seeking a dedicated security professional to safeguard employees, members and facilities across all locations. This role oversees access control, video surveillance, and incident response, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with regulations while coordinating with management.

Ideal candidates will have experience implementing security programs, managing vendors, and maintaining alarm/camera systems.

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred; or related experience considered.
• Strong knowledge of physical security principles and practices.
• Experience with alarm and camera configuration, maintenance and operation.

Responsibilities

• Establish and enforce security policies and procedures.
• Coordinate security program across all locations including access control and video monitoring.
• Monitor security devices and ensure proper maintenance and testing.
• Liaise with law enforcement and other agencies in emergencies.
• Prepare security reports and recommend policy revisions.
• Oversee access control systems and user administration.

Skills

Vendor management

Access control

Alarm systems

Camera systems

Security training

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Surveillance equipment

Security software

Job description

We are Addition Financial , a member-owned, not-for-profit financial cooperative, offering comprehensive financial solutions that help members achieve their financial goals. Shareholder profitsdon'tdrive us and never have. Since 1937,we'vebeen on a mission to bring financial success and education to everyone and make a positive impactinthe lives of our members and the communities we serve. And we want your help to make that happen.We'relooking for people who not only want to do meaningful, challenging work,but whoalso have a heart for service. If this sounds like you, keep reading andwe'lldive into the specifics!

Summary:

To protect, preserve and safeguard the employees, members, and physical assets at all Addition Financial locations. Provide physical security of all credit union locations through use of video monitoring, surveillance, access control, policy development and implementation, etc. This is accomplished through implementation of a formal Security Program. This position requires the utmost confidentiality and maintaining security related scenarios private and guarded. Coordinate the credit union’s activities related to physical security of all credit union locations, including access control, video monitoring, and related functions.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establish and enforce security policies and procedures; ensures proper training is in place, and revises the Security Manual as necessary.
• Participate, as necessary, in investigations related to security breaches or violations of security policies.
• Establish appropriate security and emergency policies/procedures and a written plan of action
• Provide management with recommendations regarding the effectiveness of internal controls and established security policies/procedures.
• Remains informed on industry best practices, new technologies, and trends and applies what they learn to AFCU Security programs.
• Monitor the installation, maintenance and operation of security devices maintained by the credit union.
• Monitor credit union compliance with federal regulations regarding office security.
• Prepare the appropriate security reports for review by management, including recommendations for appropriate revisions.
• Ensure that all security devices at each branch/office are inspected, tested, serviced, and maintained in working condition. Security devices include alarm systems, surveillance cameras, etc.
• Serve as the credit union's liaison with law enforcement and other such agencies established to aid in an emergency.
• Notify management of all violations of the established security program.
• Efficiently communicate with outside departments and branch locations.
• Conduct security patrols of assigned Addition Financial facilities to assure worker safety, protection of site assets and to identify and report safety hazards and malfunctioning equipment.
• Respond to emergency calls; contact police, fire and rescue as required
• Assist with Disaster Recovery efforts as needed and assigned by management.
• Respond to branch alarms and access violations; notify Senior Management, Branch Manager, Legal Department management, and/or police, as required.
• Manage all stages of access control for AFCU Facilities, including badge creation/credential management, system maintenance, and auditing.
• Maintain security in all Addition Financial buildings and surrounding areas keeping an eye out for suspicious activity.
• Regularly inspect all aspects of AFCU Security systems to ensure proper functionality; perform or contract maintenance as-needed, and proactively maintain all systems in accordance with industry best practices
• Assist staff in event of robbery or other security violation
• Oversee shredding and destruction of confidential documents.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as directed by management.

REQUIREMENTS

Education:

• Associate’s degree (A.A./A.S.) preferred; or other relative experience can be considered

Experience:

• Vendor Management/Oversight, especially as it relates to Security vendors
• Development and implementation of security training programs
• Advanced technical expertise in alarm and camera configuration, function, maintenance, and operation
• Access Control programs and user administration; specifically role-based access control
• Installation and maintenance of security equipment – both hardware and software
• Exposure to law enforcement (e.g., patrol, investigations, school resource officer, etc.), or private corporate security
• Familiar with:
  • applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations
  • physical security functions, systems, processes, and procedures
  • credit union products, services, programs, policies, and procedures

OTHER CHARACTERISTICS OF THE POSITION:

Physical Demands:

• Sitting for long periods at a time.
• Regularly required to talk or listen.
• Occasional lifting of office supplies up to 20 lbs.
• Vision abilities including close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Mental Demands:

• Must understand and follow a set of clear oral and/or written procedures without deviation.
• Performs repetitive routine tasks.
• Withstand moderate amounts of stress.
• Must adhere to a provided work schedule to meet a set of qualitative production standards.
• Perform tasks that vary little from day to day.
• Implements others’ decisions/procedures with little judgment required.
• Must relay information orally.

WORKING WITH US:

We’re continually recognized as a top employer because we understand people like you want more out of your career. Like making a difference in people’s lives and in the community. Being part of a team that supports each other. Feeling good about the time you spend at work each day. And being able to balance your life while also earning a competitive base salary and benefits, including:

• 401k with profit sharing contribution
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage from leading insurance providers
• Continuing education and up to $5,000 in tuition assistance annually
• Generous vacation and sick pay
• Paid parental leave and volunteer time off
• Major holidays off including Federal holidays that many other industries don't observe
• Credit union benefits including reduced consumer/mortgage loan rates, free checks, and other financial services discounts

At Addition Financial, we accept you for who you are. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age, protected veteran status, or disability/handicap with regards to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits, and any other areas of employment. Personal perspectives and beliefs are what helps our team members, and our company, grow as a whole and we seek to nurture that inclusiveness. We welcome our team member’s diverse viewpoints and work together so that everyone’s voices are heard. Count Us In.

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