Security Officer-EMT

Wegmans Food Markets; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Overtime pay premium

Health insurance

401(k) match

Scholarship program

Job summary

Wegmans Food Markets is seeking a security specialist in Rochester, NY, responsible for emergencies, access control, and protecting people and property with a customer-service focus.

The role requires 1+ years of related experience, strong judgment under pressure, and Microsoft Office proficiency. EMT/CPR/FAC certifications and a valid driver’s license are preferred qualifications.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of related experience required.
• Proven ability to resolve problems and manage conflict.
• Good judgment and decision-making in safety-critical situations.
• Effective communication while under stress.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergencies with clear, calm direction and provide medical care as trained.
• Manage access control; verify vendor and visitor business purpose.
• Protect assets and people while maintaining customer service.
• Proactively patrol buildings and grounds and investigate safety events.

Skills

Conflict resolution

Judgment under pressure

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Valid driver’s license

1+ years of related experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice

EMT certification

CPR/AED/FAC certifications

Job description

EARN A BONUS UP TO 2.5k!

At Wegmans, our security teams are committed to keeping our customers, employees and visitors safe. Our security specialists play a critical role in maintaining the safety of the Wegmans grounds by being highly trained security professionals. We’re seeking an independent individual who is task-oriented and can build strong relationships while keeping customer service top of mind!

What You'll Do

• Respond to emergency situations providing clear, calm, and decisive direction while providing medical care to the appropriate level of training/certification as needed
• Manage access control; verify that vendors, contractors, and other visitors have a business purpose to be on site
• Protect company property, corporate assets and the welfare and safety of employees, visitors and vendors while maintaining a strong emphasis on customer service
• Proactively patrol the buildings and grounds of the complex and perform preliminary investigations involving safety and security events as necessary

Requirements

• 1+ years of related experience
• Proven ability to effectively resolve problems and manage conflict
• Ability to use good judgment and make difficult decisions that affect the safety and well-being of others
• Ability to maintain effective communication and composure in a stressful environment
• Technical aptitude, including advanced computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or related degree
• Certified EMT
• Certified in CPR, AED and FAC
• Military, security, loss prevention or asset protection experience
• Experience as a first responder and/or Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
• Leadership experience
• EMT: Emergency Medical Technicians - NREMT: National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians
• CPR: Certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation - Red Cross/AHA: American Heart Association
• AED: Automated External Defibrillator - Red Cross/AHA: American Heart Association
• FAC: First Aid Certification - AHA: American Heart Association

At Wegmans, we’ve always believed we can achieve our goals only if we first fulfill the needs of our people. Putting our people first and offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and a wide range of meaningful perks is just the beginning of what defines a rewarding career at Wegmans.

Comprehensive benefits*

• Paid time off (PTO) to help you balance your personal and work life
• Higher premium pay rates for working overtime, on Sundays, or on a recognized holiday
• Health care benefits that provide a high level of coverage at a low cost to you
• Retirement plan with a 401(k) match
• A generous scholarship program to help employees meet their educational goals
• LiveWell Employee & Family program to support your emotional, work-life and financial wellness

Our employees have put us high on Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list every year since it was first produced in 1998. Discover what it means to work for a mission-driven, values-based company where YOU make the difference.

• Certain eligibility requirements must be satisfied, and offerings may differ based upon area or the company and/or position.