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Job Description:  Security Officer I - Plant Scherer

Physical abilities and psychological testing required.

You MUST also qualify before (AND Annually) with your issued handgun & shotgun. 

PLEASE NOTE ALL THE REQUIREMENTS..... INCLUDING THE DRIVERS LICENSE & DRIVING REQUIREMENTS...... FOR THIS POSITION BELOW BEFORE APPLYING!

* This position will start as a NIGHT position (6PM to 6AM) .....and will also REQUIRE YOU TO POSSIBLY WORK ROTATING DAYS & SHIFTS AS NEEDED.

THE POSITION REQUIRES SHIFTS OF EITHER 6AM to 6PM ...OR... 6PM TO 6AM.... INCLUDING HOLIDAYS AND WEEKENDS! 

JOB SUMMARY

The Security Officer position is responsible for protecting Georgia Power employees, contractors, visitors and property. Enforce and administer established rules, procedures, and appropriate laws. Respond to alarms and security requests for security services. Process personnel for access authorization to Plant McDonough in accordance with established procedures. Interpret procedures and regulations and be able to make decisions regarding plant access control.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education Requirements:

- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Experience Requirements:

- Must possess and/or obtain a valid Georgia driver's license

- Experience in the military, law enforcement, corrections, or armed security with a strong background in customer service and external relations preferred

- Knowledge of the criminal justice system is desired

- Computer experience - ability to proficiently use Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

- Fluency in Spanish a plus

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

- Ability to learn and enforce plant security policies and procedures as required

- Ability to learn and/or have knowledge of company policies, procedures, Local, State and Federal criminal laws and their application to private security

- Ability to learn and/or have knowledge of power plant operations

- Ability to administer basic first aid/CPR

- Possess strong oral and written communication skills, problem solving skills, decision making skills, and negotiating skills

- Demonstrates strong attention to detail and accuracy

- Possess strong interpersonal skills with an emphasis on customer service

- Ability to work well with others in a team environment

- Ability to operate numerous electronic security systems simultaneously

- Ability to direct and control traffic

- Demonstrates a proven ability to handle crisis situations, threat alerts, and communications with outside agencies

- Ability to persuade, motivate and influence others

- Ability to prioritize and perform work in absence of direct supervision

- Ability to work in a fast- paced environment with multiple or changing priorities under minimum supervision

- Ability to exercise discretion and maintain strict confidentiality

- Ability to work rotating shifts and be flexible to schedule changes

Other Requirements:

- Must be 21 years of age

- Must meet all local, State and Federal requirements pertaining to the issuance of a firearm and there application to private security

- Must be able to obtain an Armed Security Officer License issued by the State Board of Private Detective and Security Agencies

- Must be able to pass a background check for the Georgia Board of Private Detective and Security Agencies

- Must be able to pass a State mandated private security officer training

- Must pass the following job prerequisites: company psychological test, physical, background investigation, and drug test

- Must successfully complete the required tests associated with this position

- Must qualify for firearm use and re-qualify with semiautomatic pistol and pump action shotgun at least twice annually (day and night firing qualifications) with a minimum passing score of 80% or better

- Individual will be required to be sprayed with O.C. Pepper Spray during training

- Must be able to work rotating shifts: days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime

- Must be able and willing to work in severe weather conditions

Security Officer Required Physical Demands

Routine Required Physical Demands

1. Lift and carry 40 pounds, 50 feet: 3-4 hours per 8 or 12 hours shift

2. Stand: up to 5.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift

3. Sit: up to 5.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift

4. Walk: up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift

5. Drive: up to 5.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift

6. Climb: up to 2.0 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift (will be required to climb 125 stairs at one time on a

regular basis).

7. Balance: up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift

8. Bend/Stoop: up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift

9. Kneel: up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift

10. Crouch: up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift

11. Push/Pull: up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift

12. Squat: up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift

13. Reach above shoulder level: up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift

14. Work alone: up to 8.0 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift

15. Grasp with both hands: up to 5.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift

16. Fine manipulation with both hands: up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift

17. Keyboarding: up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift

18. Work at heights

19. See at near and far distances at least 20/40 acuity in each eye, with or without correction

20. Recognize and distinguish among control devices showing red, green, and amber colors

21. Binocular vision

22. At least 70 peripheral vision in horizontal meridian in each eye

23. Hear a forced whisper at 5 feet

24. Tolerate exposure to non-lethal substances (i.e. OC spray, tear gas)

25. Tolerate exposure to marked changes in temperature, and humidity or extremes

26. Tolerate exposure to dust, fumes, gases, chemicals

27. Ability to obtain a valid Georgia Driver's license

28. Ability to qualify with firearms

29. Ability to obtain armed security officer license issued by State Board of Private Detectives

Emergency Required Physical Demands

1. Run 100 yards with standard issue gear within 90 seconds

2. Climb 35 feet of stairs with standard issue gear within 60 seconds

3. Lift 35 pounds and carry 50 yards with standard issue gear within 90 seconds

4. Easily maneuver through 24 inch opening/passage with standard issue gear Safety Sensitive Georgia Power Company has classified this position as "Safety Sensitive" and as such is subject to relevant preemployment screening(s) to determine fitness for duty.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the applicant successfully completing all required fitness assessments

**This position has been identified as a role that will require the use of a Georgia Power fleet vehicle.  The following will be required if you are selected for this position:

• Must have at least one year of verifiable driving experience (Must hold a valid driver's license for the class vehicle to be operated. Driving permits are not typically considered a valid driver's license). 
• Must have no revocation of driving privileges within the 36 months prior to application, no convictions of major traffic violations (DUI, hit and run, reckless driving, etc.) within the 12 months prior to application, or any pending charges for a major traffic violation at the time of application.
• Must consent to a continuous monitoring of your Motor Vehicle Record