Security Officer I: Corporate Campus Protection

Hy-Vee; West Des Moines, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Hy-Vee Corporate Office in West Des Moines is seeking a Security Officer I to protect employees, guests and assets across campus. You will manage posts, monitor access, patrol facilities, respond to incidents, and maintain documentation. A high school diploma and background check are required, with CPR/AED training a plus.

This full-time role supports enterprise security operations. Strong leadership and verbal communication are essential, as is the ability to work independently and adapt

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; background check annually; CPR/AED trained or able to be trained.
• Must be able to think quickly and make correct decisions with little supervision.
• Armed security officer qualification course preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage security operations posts for employees, visitors, and deliveries.
• Ensure safe ingress/egress and verify authorized access to facilities.
• Conduct routine interior/exterior patrols and monitor CCTV and alarms.
• Lead responses to security, medical, weather, and other incidents.
• Prepare detailed incident reports and maintain shift logs.

Skills

Leadership

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

De-escalation training

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Hy-Vee Corporate Office in West Des Moines is seeking a Security Officer I to protect employees, guests and assets across campus. You will manage posts, monitor access, patrol facilities, respond to incidents, and maintain documentation. A high school diploma and background check are required, with CPR/AED training a plus.

This full-time role supports enterprise security operations. Strong leadership and verbal communication are essential, as is the ability to work independently and adapt