Security Officer (Birmingham, AL location)

Meredith; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Security Officer to ensure the safety and security of its facilities in Birmingham, AL. This role is crucial as it serves as the first point of contact for guests and clients, requiring a professional demeanor at all times. The ideal candidate will have experience in security or a related field, strong organizational skills, and the ability to handle public interactions effectively. The position involves enforcing security policies, responding to incidents, and maintaining detailed reports. If you are looking for a role that combines responsibility with the opportunity to make a lasting impression, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of Security or similar experience preferred.
• Must be willing to acquire First Aid/CPR certifications within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide security services ensuring safety of employees and infrastructure.
• Write detailed narrative reports and maintain daily activity reports.

Skills

Public Interaction

Report Writing

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

First Aid/CPR Certification

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

MS Office

CCTV Systems

Visitor Management Systems

Job description

Job Title

Security Officer (Birmingham, AL location)

Job Description

The Security Officer position is of key importance to the success of Dotdash Meredith as this is the first impression guests, clients, and potential clients have of the company. It is therefore imperative that a professional and courteous manner is always extended to all those who visit or call our facilities.

In this position you will:

• Provide security services ensuring the safety of employees and the security of workspaces and critical infrastructure.
• Enforce and adhere to all Dotdash Meredith security policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Ability to handle public interaction with disorderly or disruptive people.
• Write detailed narrative reports and maintain daily activity reports.
• Respond to incidents and emergency situations requiring security assistance, ensuring appropriate action is taken by staff, appropriate parties were notified, and After-Action Reports are completed.
• Operate Fire Safety Command Station to make announcements and acknowledge alarms.
• Under the direction of the Security Manager, occasionally transport company staff to and from specified locations in a timely and safe manner using a company vehicle.
• Greet and tend to all guests, messengers, and delivery services in a highly professional manner.
• Assist security staff on nights, weekends and 3rd party special events if needed.
• Strong organizational skills, with an attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize.
• Complying with all procedures, rules, and regulations set forth by Department head.

Minimum Qualifications and Job Requirements | All must be met to be considered.

• Minimum 2 years of Security or similar experience preferred. Relative internship experience may qualify.
• Corporate Security, Military, Law Enforcement, or Executive Protection experience is not required, but a plus.
• Clean driving record as evidenced through a Motor Vehicle Records check.
• Must be willing to acquire First Aid/CPR certifications within 6 months of hire.
• Must be available to work a regular schedule, which may include daytime and/or nighttime shifts, plus overtime on an as-needed basis.
• A pleasant and positive attitude with a professional demeanor.
• Must be adept at interacting with all levels of an organization, from administrative to senior executive staff.
• Computer literacy in MS Office, Word and Email. Prior experience with access control, CCTV, and visitor management systems a plus.
• Must be able to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• As a condition of continued employment, the employee must maintain the current active status of all required licenses and must carry the license at all times while on duty.
• Applicant must pass the pre-screening process including a background investigation.
• Any training needed, licenses, and certifications will be 100% compensated.

Essential Physical & Mental Functions

• Read, understand and clearly speak English; constantly use speech and hearing (correctable to normal level required) in communicating with public/co-workers, giving and receiving instructions, using phones.
• Stand or walk constantly during 3rd party event when needed.
• Occasionally bend/twist at waist/knees/neck to perform various duties.
• Constant use of eyes (correctable vision to normal level required) to observe, read, interact with public and co-workers, view security monitors; includes hand/eye coordination.
• Work in various environments including adverse outdoor conditions such as cold, rain or heat.
• Constant mental alertness and attention to detail required while setting priorities and following up on assignments.
• Must be willing to follow the chain of command and established security procedures.
• Must be able to handle the pressure of working with a high-volume general public (ranging from constant to occasional, depending on assignment).

It is the policy of Dotdash Meredith to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Company will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Accommodation requests can be made by emailing [e-mail].

The Company participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: https://www.e-verify.gov/employees