Security Officer II

Battelle; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 39,000 - 53,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

60% in-office / 40% remote

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Battelle in Columbus, Ohio is seeking a dedicated Security Officer to safeguard assets, personnel, and facilities across shifts. This full-time position requires vigilance, sound judgment, and teamwork within a dynamic security program.

The role includes operating a security control center, conducting patrols, managing visitor credentials, and mentoring junior officers while adhering to procedures and safety standards. Battelle offers a robust benefits package and a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of security experience.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Ability to pass medical and psychological screening.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong interpersonal skills and professional conduct.
• Ability to exercise good judgment in stressful situations.
• Valid Ohio driver’s license.
• Firearms qualifications (site/role specific).

Responsibilities

• Operate a technology-based security control center, dispatch via radio, monitor video systems, manage access control, and respond to alarms.
• Conduct foot/vehicle patrols, document actions with detailed reports, and enforce site policies.
• Provide coaching and basic training to junior Security Officers.
• Perform fixed-post duties including lobby/visitor center management and checkpoint operations.
• Follow standard operating procedures to meet security objectives.

Skills

High school diploma

Security experience

Stand/walk 90% of shift

Medical/psych screening

MS Office familiarity

Interpersonal skills

Judgment under stress

US citizenship

Ohio driver license

Firearms qualifications

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Battelle delivers when others can’t. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start‑up or a government agency.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Summary

We are currently seeking a Security Officer. This position is a full‑time opportunity located in Columbus, Ohio.

Responsibilities

As a Security Officer at Battelle, you will serve as a uniformed security professional responsible for safeguarding company and customer assets — including employees, visitors, and both tangible and intangible property. Under general supervision, you will demonstrate proficiency across control center, patrol, and fixed post operations while applying sound judgment and experience to make effective decisions across all shifts. This role also carries a mentorship component, providing coaching and foundational training to junior team members.

• Operating an active, technology-based security control center, including answering domestic and international calls, dispatching via two-way radio, monitoring video surveillance systems, managing access control, responding to life‑safety and security alarms, and maintaining required logs
• Conducting patrol tours on foot or by vehicle to monitor activity on and around the property, making observations, taking appropriate investigative or enforcement actions, and documenting all actions through detailed reports
• Providing coaching and basic training to junior Security Officers to support team development and operational consistency
• Performing required security functions at fixed post locations, including lobby and visitor center management, security credential desk operations, checkpoint duties, and perimeter inspections
• Following all standard operating procedures and directives in support of security objectives

Key Qualifications

• High school diploma and a minimum of 2 years of applicable experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience in a related field
• Demonstrated complete proficiency as a Security Officer I
• Ability to stand and walk for up to 90% of the work shift, consistent with physical fitness standards for this role
• Successful completion of required medical and psychological screening
• Familiarity with standard Microsoft Office applications
• Strong interpersonal skills, including courtesy, tact, and effectiveness when dealing with others
• Ability to employ active thinking, exercise reasonable judgment, and maintain composure in stressful situations
• Ability to meet all applicable training and regulatory standards
• Valid Ohio driver's license
• Firearms qualifications (site/role specific)
• Must be a U.S. citizen

Compensation Data

Battelle is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this role is $39,000 – $53,600 per year, in addition to our comprehensive benefits package. A candidate's salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to education, relevant work experience, skills, and certifications. Salary ranges may vary based on geographic location and market conditions.

Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life

We care about your well‑being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.

• Balance life through a compressed work schedule: Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
• Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in‑office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in‑office days, dependent on team and position needs.
• Take time to recharge: You get paid time off to support work‑life balance and keep motivated.
• Prioritize wellness: Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
• Better together: Coverage for partners, gender‑affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
• Build your financial future: Build financial stability with an industry‑leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
• Advance your education: Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.

A Work Environment Where You Succeed

For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity’s most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.

You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:

• Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects
• Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery
• Partner with world‑class experts in a collaborative environment
• Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders
• Give back to and improve our communities

Vaccinations & Safety Protocols

Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients’ requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).

Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran‑status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.

The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.

For more information about our other openings, please visit www.battelle.org/careers