Specialist, Physical Security

Walmart; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) matching

Stock purchase program

Live Better U education benefit

Job summary

Walmart is seeking a Uniform Security Officer in Colorado Springs to provide rapid response to emergencies and life-safety events on Walmart Campus. You will help develop and implement safety protocols, respond to alarm activations, and coordinate with internal and external partners to mitigate threats.

The role requires vigilance in delivering CPR/First Aid, maintaining compliance with PCI/OSHA/Life Safety standards, and supporting security programs across the site.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in security, law enforcement, military, emergency services or related field.
• Will complete and pass core components of Physical Security Specialist Training Academy within 90 days of job entry date.
• Must possess a valid US Driver’s License

Responsibilities

• Provide immediate response to emergency situations including medical emergencies.
• Develop and implement safety protocols, SOPs and training; ensure compliance with corporate security policies.
• Respond to alarms and intrusions, assess threats, and provide tactical life-safety responses.
• Investigate threats, support security investigations, and manage incident response.
• Coordinate with internal and external partners (law enforcement, facilities, technicians) during incidents.

Skills

English proficiency

Situational awareness

De-escalation skills

Team player

Strong communication

Medical emergency response

Education

Criminal Justice Bachelor

Emergency Management Bachelor

Sociology Bachelor

CPR/BCLS Certification

Job description

R-2628473

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$21.00 - $40.00/hr*

Employment type may vary

Shifts may vary

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

Provide immediate response to emergency situations and life safety events to include medical emergencies. The first primary visible component in our multi-layered security and safety structures for the Walmart Campus.

What you'll do...

This is a Uniform Security Officer Position:

• Supports the development and implementation of protocols, programs, and training by providing input, making recommendations for improvement of safety and security protocols, standard operating procedures (SOPs), training, and security programs, ensuring compliance with Corporate Security protocols, SOPs, and company policy, updating and maintaining site-specific responsibilities, initiating the incident command system in emergency situations until relieved, and providing tactical response to emergency situations (for example, domestic violence, workplace violence, fire, severe weather, active shooter, chemical spill).
• Implements security systems and strategies (for example, compliance, crisis response, threat management, investigations, patrol, dispatch) by responding to alarm and intrusion detection system activation (for example, voice evacuation, panic/duress device, perimeter, motion/ground sensor), determining priorities of action in emergency situations, providing tactical security responses to life safety events and incidents (for example, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), First Aid) according to company guidelines, ensuring threats are reported and assisting with mitigation of identified threats, investigating reported corporate facility threats, allegations of policy violations, criminal activity, security breaches, and complaints, assessing visitor (for example, associates, guests, supplier, drivers, panhandlers) threat level, assisting with and escorting critical and valued information and merchandise (for example, legal files and documents, diamonds, mergers and acquisition documents).
• Ensures regulatory and corporate policy compliance (for example, Payment Card Industry (PCI), personally identifiable information (PII), Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA), Fire Code, Life Safety) by addressing compliance-related issues; reporting and correcting violations (for example, eyewash stations, fire extinguishers, panic/duress alarms, egress and ingress routes); and implementing solutions to achieve compliance.
• Develops and maintains relationships with internal and external partners to promote a safe working environment by providing tactical emergency responses during life safety incidents (for example, fire, bomb threats, active shooter situations), providing customer service with internal (for example, Alarm Technicians, Asset Protection, Facility Management) and external (for example, law enforcement, regulatory agencies) groups, and reporting feedback from customers.
• Completes work assignments and priorities by using policies, data, and resources, collaborating with managers, co-workers, customers, and other business partners, identifying priorities, deadlines, and expectations, carrying out tasks, communicating progress and information, determining and recommending ways to address improvement opportunities, and adapting to and learning from change, difficulties, and feedback.
• Complies with company policies, procedures, and standards of ethics and integrity by implementing related action plans, Door Policy and applying these in executing business processes and practices.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum of 1 years’ experience in a relevant position, police, fire, EMS, military, security.
• Must possess a valid US Driver’s License

Desired Skills:

• Fluent command of English with good communication skills and customer service.
• Team player with ability to work with associates on all levels.
• Situational awareness
• De-escalation skills
• Comfortable responding to medical emergencies

You’ll sweep us off our feet if…

• If you have experience working in Data Centers.
• You are a Physical Security Professional, a Certified Protection Officer (CPO), Certified Protection Professional (ASIS) or have other relevant physical security certifications.
• You are a subject matter expert in all aspects of physical security, and you have a proven record of success applying that expertise in a corporate environment.
• You have strong communication skills to interact with associates, guests and visitors.

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed in the role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full Job Description can be made available as part of the hiring process.

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.

Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.

For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.

The hourly wage range for this position is $21.00 - $40.00* *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation in the form of premiums may be paid in amounts ranging from $0.35 per hour to $3.00 per hour in specific circumstances. Premiums may be based on schedule, facility, season, or specific work performed. Multiple premiums may apply if applicable criteria are met.

Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Minimum Qualifications: Will complete and pass all core components of the Physical Security Specialist Training Academy within 90 days of job entry date and will maintain them while employed in this position. 1 year experience in security, law enforcement, military, emergency services or related field.

Preferred Qualifications...

Corporate Security, Emergency Operations, Law Enforcement Bachelors: Criminal Justice, Bachelors: Emergency Management, Bachelors: Sociology CPR/BCLS - Certification

Primary Location...

10625 Federal Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80908-0000, United States of AmericaWalmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.

Walmart is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.

Benefits you’ll enjoy

Free shipping

As a Walmart Associate, you're eligible to become a Walmart+ member. Enjoy benefits like free store delivery and shipping, fuel savings, and video streaming. Sam's Club associates are eligible for a Club Membership.

Live Better U

100% covered

Earn a degree or in-demand skills certificates with no debt- Walmart covers 100% of tuition and books. Live Better U offers 60+ programs for Associates to pursue their dreams.

Ready to grow your career? Walmart Academy offers job-specific retail training and leadership courses to help Associates reach their career goals.

Enjoy 401(k) matching and stock purchase plans

Access mental health resources and assistance programs for life’s challenges

Paid time off

Take a break as needed for vacation, sick leave, holidays, parental leave, and more

Training, leadership programs, and clear paths to advance

Medical, dental, vision, and wellness programs for you and your family

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