Security Officer II - Plant Gaston

Generation Security Officer II

Protects company property against illegal entry, vandalism, theft, and fire. Maintains order and safeguards employees, customers, and company property; provides physical security and access control for the corporate headquarters, generation facilities, general services complex, and other facilities, as required. Uniformed, armed security officer responsible for providing security for personnel and property.

Job Summary:

Controls access to plant sites

Monitors and operates electronic surveillance equipment

Monitors materials and equipment delivered to and removed from plant site

Provides armed security service to plant site

Patrols plant site on foot and in vehicle

Participation in emergency response teams preferred, but not mandatory

Attend plant functions and make presentations as needed

Job Requirements:

Required minimum three (3) years law enforcement or military police or private/industrial security experience

Required ability to use and maintain a firearm and pass annual mandatory qualifying tests

Required maintain and possess a valid Alabama state pistol permit

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

Basic computer knowledge using Windows based systems including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and other systems

Strong written and oral communication skills

Good problem-solving skills and decision-making skills

Ability to learn and enforce plant security policies and procedures

Ability to obtain a pistol permit

Ability to pass annual firearm qualifications

Ability to direct and control vehicle and pedestrian traffic

Ability to prioritize and perform security work in the absence of direct supervision

Ability to work rotating off day shifts, nights, days, weekends, holidays, during inclement weather and overtime

Ability to operate office equipment

Ability to wear and maintain personal protection equipment (PPE)

Must possess a valid driver license and operate a motor vehicle in various conditions

Must pass background investigation, physical, drug and alcohol test and required psychological screening

Ability to perform physical activity including, but not limited to, running, walking and/or lifting

Ability to function as a team member and individual in low to high stress situations

Alabama Power provides safe, reliable, and affordable electricity to 1.5 million customers across the lower two-thirds of Alabama. For more information, visit

Southern Company is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow.

Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.