Security Officer - Bar Harbor ME

thejacksonlaboratory; Bar Harbor (ME); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

24/7 coverage

Job summary

The Jackson Laboratory is seeking a full-time Security Officer for its Bar Harbor, Maine campus. The role involves patrolling, monitoring security systems, responding to emergencies, and ensuring the safety of all staff and visitors. Shift hours may include day, evening, overnight, and weekend/holiday; overnight/weekend shifts offer differentials.

A background check will be conducted. Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent; preferred coursework in Criminal Justice or related

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college coursework preferred.
• Preference for associate degree in Criminal Justice or related field.
• Experience reading and recording from security control systems.
• Good written and oral communication skills; ability to stay calm in emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergencies and render aid to employees, visitors, contractors, and guests.
• Protect Jackson Laboratory assets and property.
• Monitor security systems, alarms, telephones, and radios; manage access permissions.
• Maintain Basic First Aid and CPR certifications and render aid when needed.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Communication skills

Reading security systems

Team player

Valid driver’s license

First Aid/CPR certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in Criminal Justice or related field (preferred)

Tools

Security control systems

Emergency Mass Notification system

Job description

The Jackson Laboratory Security Services Department is hiring a full time, Security Officer for our Bar Harbor, Maine campus!

Working under limited supervision, this position is responsible for ensuring the safety of all employees, visitors, contractors and guests as well as protecting all property and assets of The Jackson Laboratory. Responsible for staffing and monitoring at assigned post/stations and the Security Operation Center as well performing patrol rounds as assigned and necessary. Responds to emergencies as necessary and providing assistance as needed. Security Services provides 24/7 coverage at The Jackson Laboratory and shift hours may include day/evening/overnight and weekend/holiday hours as required.

There are shift differentials paid for the overnight and w/end shifts!

Key Responsibilities:

• Quickly responds to a variety of emergencies on foot and vehicle (if necessary), rendering aid to employees, visitors, contractors and guests. Assists emergency responders as necessary. Utilizes Emergency Mass Notification system if necessary.
• Responsible for the continued protection of all Jackson Laboratory assets and property.
• Performs security effort across the campus - monitoring of security systems/alarms/telephones and radios. Responds to requests for assistance including door unlocks, escorts, security system overrides, granting access permissions on security systems
• Maintains Basic First Aid and Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation certifications and renders aid when needed.

Qualifications:

• Previous security experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent, college coursework or associate’s degree in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement or other emergency response discipline preferred.
• Ability to read and record security control systems and alert personnel/management of critical/unusual situations.
• Successful proven record of written and oral communication skills sufficient to permit clear and effective exchange of information.
• Ability to remain calm during emergencies and critical events – Ability to multi-task and perform duties under pressure and in stressful situations.
• The ability to use appropriate judgment and decision‑making skills necessary to carry out all required security procedures without supervision is essential.
• Demonstrated team player with professional, positive attitude and willingness to be flexible.
• Regular, reliable and consistent attendance in accordance with departmental and Laboratory guidelines.
• Valid driver’s license.

Please also note that the successful candidate will be subject to and must pass additional, extensive background screening.

Pay Range: $19.93 - $27.40

About JAX:

The Jackson Laboratory is an independent, nonprofit biomedical research institution with a National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center and nearly 3,000 employees in locations across the United States (Maine, Connecticut, California),Japan andChina. Its mission is to discover precise genomic solutions for disease and empower the global biomedical community in the shared quest to improve human health. Founded in 1929, JAX applies over nine decades of expertise in genetics to increase understanding of human disease, advancing treatments and cures for cancer, neurological and immune disorders, diabetes, aging and heart disease. It models and interprets genomic complexity, integrates basic research with clinical application, educates current and future scientists, and provides critical data, tools and services to the global biomedical community. For more information, please visit www.jax.org.

EEO Statement:

The Jackson Laboratory provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.