Security Specialist 2

Oregon Lottery; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entity in the gaming industry, the Oregon Lottery is seeking a Security Specialist II to enhance the safety of its operations. The role involves crisis management, conducting thorough investigations, and ensuring compliance with security standards. Applicants should have a background in security, with responsibilities including implementing security measures and reporting findings and concerns. Join us on-site in Salem and become a vital part of a committed team focused on integrity and community safety.

Benefits

Work/life balance

Vacation Leave: 10 hours per month

Sick Leave: 8 hours per month

Personal Business Leave: 24 hours per year

11 Holidays per year

Comprehensive medical benefits

Life insurance and disability coverage

Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)

Oregon Savings Growth Plan

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years of security experience or six years of relevant experience.
• Associates Degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• Certified to obtain CJIS Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and security of Lottery personnel and facilities.
• Conduct investigations into security breaches and altercations.
• Maintain security systems and conduct drills for crisis management.

Skills

Crisis response

Conflict resolution

Investigative skills

Security analysis

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

Video Spectral Comparator

Alarm systems

Security databases

Job description

Are you passionate about the safety and security of your team members and the locations they work in? Do you have prior experience working in security? The Oregon Lottery is looking for a Security Specialist II to join the team on site in Salem and Wilsonville, OR to keep our building, employees, and players safe.

The Oregon Lottery is a leader in the gaming industry and an important contributor of revenue for the state's schools, economic development, parks, watershed restoration, veteran's programs, and outdoor schools.

About The Role:

You will report to the Senior Manager, Security and provide the safety and security of all Lottery personnel and facilities, including crisis response and emergency preparedness. You will develop security and gaming integrity measures, contribute to security features, and help with the design of new tickets. You will also conduct investigations into problem tickets which includes interviewing players and retailers and writing detailed reports.

Security Specialist IIs use the lab to test security features/prototypes and review sample tickets from other lotteries to evaluate different approaches to security. You will also maintain alarm and access systems for the Lottery and ensure gaming activities, products, and promotions are conducted safely.

You Will:

• Apply Lottery Management Core Values and Expectations in performing daily activities. Ensure conduct embodies the principles of fairness, integrity, security, and honesty. Support and integrate into their work the Lottery's commitment to: Responsible Gambling, DEIB, and a Culture of Safety

• Process high tier winners following Multi State Lottery requirements by using several ticket databases, and conducting player interviews.

• Provide security protection in the event of potentially volatile players, altered ticket issues or issues involving holding winnings due to back child support, DHS over payments.

• Use conflict resolution skills to avoid situations.

• Interpret artwork for security flaws to perform working paper reviews and ticket reconstructions.

• Perform out-of-state ticket manufacturer inspections/audits either independently or as a team.

• Conduct investigations and analysis of altered tickets and cash slip using handwriting analysis techniques, interview skills, and Video Spectral Comparator.

• Maintain physical locks/keys, door access systems, and databases responsible for controlling all automatic locking systems for all Lottery facilities.

• Maintain alarms systems and set up different types of hardware including cameras, television monitors and PCs.

• Oversee and evaluate emergency training drills to support crisis management, emergency response and Business Continuation Plan (BCP).

• Write agency wide procedures and tactical responses on an a variety of disaster and emergency scenarios.

You Have:

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's Degree and four (4) years of security experience; OR

• Six (6) years of security experience.

Licenses or Certifications

• Valid driver's license in their state of residence and a clean driving record. Driving is an essential function of this position.

• Hold or able to obtain a CJIS Clearance within the first 6 months of employment.

As an employee, you will enjoy:

Work/life balance

• Vacation Leave: 10 hours per month, with increased accruals every 5 years

• Sick Leave: 8 hours per month

• Personal Business Leave: 24 hours per year

• 11 Holidays per year

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits with low monthly premiums

• Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, accidental death, long-term care, and pre-tax flexible spending accounts

• Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) - retirement program includes defined benefit (pension) and defined contribution (retirement savings)

• Oregon Savings Growth Plan 457(b) deferred compensation plan that provides additional savings for retirement; post tax, pre-tax options available