Security Officer - Ithaca NY

MSCCN; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (PTO)

Higher premium pay rates for overtime,

Health care benefits

401(k) match

Scholarship program

LiveWell Employee & Family program

Job summary

Wegmans is seeking an Asset Protection Officer in Ithaca, NY, to safeguard customers and associates while maintaining a visible security presence.

You will patrol front entrances and parking areas, escort staff, and de-escalate conflicts, ensuring a safe store environment. The role requires prior law enforcement experience, a firearms license, and strong communication skills. Competitive benefits included.

Qualifications

• 1+ years full-time experience as a sworn police officer with arrest authority in a law enforcement agency.
• Valid firearm license and valid driver’s license.
• Strong communication, conflict management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to stay calm and act decisively under pressure.
• Excellent observation and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high visibility near entrances and parking areas.
• Escort employees and customers as needed.
• Intervene to diffuse conflicts and de-escalate situations.
• Inspect doors, windows, and gates for security.
• Monitor store environment to deter illegal activity.

Skills

Conflict management

Communication skills

De-escalation

Problem solving

Stress resilience

Education

Associate’s degree in criminal justice

Job description

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At Wegmans, we’re committed to providing incredible service, which includes keeping our customers and employees safe. Our Asset Protection Officers maintain a visible presence throughout our stores, including foot and vehicle patrols. We’re looking for someone we can trust to address all safety and security concerns!

What You’ll Do

• Maintain high visibility near the front entrance and survey the outside parking areas
• Escort employees and/or customers as requested
• Intervene with and effectively diffuse customer conflicts
• Inspect perimeter doors, windows and gates to ensure high levels of security
• Monitor store environment to deter undesirable activity on the property

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Requirements

• 1+ years full-time experience as a sworn police officer with arrest authority in a military, municipal, county, state, or federal police agency
• Valid license to carry a firearm
• Valid driver’s license
• Conflict management and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Sound judgement skills and ability to manage conflict and communicate effectively under pressure
• Effective communication skills and ability to maintain composure in stressful environments
• Ability to anticipate, analyze and identify opportunities

Preferred Experience

• Associate’s degree in criminal justice or related field
• Certified Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
• AED, APR and FAC certified

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

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