Security Specialist

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The Security Specialist provides support to all end users within the organization by processing information and analyzing content or issues to determine a course of action in regards to: life safety, emergency security situations, and enterprise security operations including police/security officer coverage. Maintains operations by monitoring, observing, responding to and reporting incidents, errors and improper coverages. Acts as alarm monitoring station for all Schnuck properties as they respond to and dispatch for alarms and troubles with LiveView Surveillance Systems, Freedom Case activation, Salient video management systems. Coordinates service, repair, maintenance and problem resolution with and between the Security Team and third party solution providers. Documents and reports incidents and resolutions with service tickets, incident reporting, and procedures. Provide after-hours support for all locations as first line security contact.

THIS ROLE IS LOCATED IN ST LOUIS, MISSOURI.

This is a full-time role. Candidates must be flexible to work shifts Monday-Sunday between 6am-10pm and additional overnight hours are possible.

This position is an on-site role (not hybrid). Most shifts will be at our Store Support Center with some shifts taking place directly in our stores.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide end user support for the prevention, detection, and apprehension of criminal actors in and around Schnucks’ properties to enhance overall life safety and security. Utilize security technology such as video management systems, Freedom Case alerts and LiveView alerts to identify, document, and respond to criminal activity.

Serve as the primary point of contact for all Asset Protection Hotline emergency and non-emergency calls. Respond quickly and effectively to all emergency situations, instruct stores, alert of guard issues, coordinate Behavioral Health Response (BHR) for Operation’s ‘Complex’ stores, involve law enforcement or elevate the situation to appropriate supervisor.

Physical, on site surveillance of potential dishonest teammates and Organized Retail Crime suspects in our stores and or property when assigned. Other assignments and special projects by asset protection management.

Conduct video review of previous or recently-occured incidents and appropriately document the situation utilizing the department Loss Prevention Management System.

React to all security staffing anomalies reported and/or realized to ensure all third-party security posts are staffed as scheduled. Serve as a resource for security-related questions and concerns and advise store and facility management about policy, procedure, and protocol.

Act as liaison for law enforcement agencies in order to assist in active or ongoing investigations, apply for warrants and appear in court to represent Schnucks when needed

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Required Education: High school education

Other Requirements: Security or camera monitoring experience is required. Front-line retail (grocery ideal) experience is strongly preferred.

Minimum Years of Experience: 1 to 3 years

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge

Working knowledge of Google platform, Loss Prevention Management System, Video Management Systems, Freedom Case, LiveView, AiPhone and other Security team technology resources

Professional and thorough reporting techniques

Understanding of security and safety policy, procedure, and standards

Shoplifting behavior and techniques

De-escalation techniques

Skills & Abilities

Ability to handle potentially stressful situations while giving direction over the phone to store and facility teams.

Ability to communicate clearly with both verbal and written communication skills and an attention to detail

Ability to work effectively and efficiently under limited supervision and make appropriate decisions on the application of policy

Ability to multitask - view multiple cameras/systems at once while taking phone calls and building previous case documents and files

Ability to obtain appropriate security license

FORMAL POLICY SETTING

Provides input to the next highest level

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Walking

Primarily sitting

Standing

Primarily sitting

Lifting

25 to 50 lbs

Travel

26-50%

Work Environment

The incumbent will spend a majority of their time at the Security Operations Center (SOC). When at the SOC, they will be sitting for long periods of time monitoring computers screens and answering the Asset Protection hotline.

May be assigned to a store on occasion. When assigned to a store walking and standing for several hours may be included.

Work consists of hours outside of normal business hours to include nights, weekends, and holidays. Work will primarily be conducted within the hours of 6am-10pm to best cover all of the hours our retail stores operate with potential for overtime if necessary and authorized.

The above statements describe the job’s essential responsibilities and requirements. They are not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents.

Additional Requirements – Internal candidates:

Store/Facility Teammates: minimum of six months employment with Schnucks.

Store Support Center Teammates: minimum of one year employment with Schnucks.

Must be in good standing (not on a performance improvement plan or active discipline).

If invited for an interview, must have manager approval based on performance.

Schnucks is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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