Security Officer

Basic Function

To provide security support and assistance to MRIGlobal facilities, property, persons, and visitors under the governance of MRIGlobal policies and procedures as outlined, under the supervision of the Director of Corporate Security, the Physical Security Supervisor (PSS), and/or the Facility Security Officer (FSO).

Nature and Scope

The position is of high visibility and requires maturity, sound judgment, communications skills, and good temperament. The position interacts with internal and external customers, the general public, Institute visitors, government representatives, public service agencies and various law enforcement organizations.

General duties include patrolling internal and external spaces; monitoring access control, alarm reporting and CCTV equipment; responding to incidents, emergencies, and special events; observation, reporting, and communication in both written and oral formats, providing accurate information on a host of issues and assisting the MRIGlobal staff with guidance in the areas of security cognizance.

Principal Accountabilities - Client accountabilities specific to this position:

Interacts with all levels of internal MRIGlobal staff, external customers, visitors, and emergency services and supports project work that influences client satisfaction and future work.

Internal Process Accountabilities specific to this position:

Conducts patrols to detect and report security incidents, safety hazards, and other unusual occurrences. Take appropriate actions to protect lives and property.

Notifies the PSS/Director of Corporate Security and/or FSO, as well as the Crisis Management Team of security threats and seeks appropriate guidance in any situation that may endanger lives or property.

Responds to site alarms and emergencies and initiates appropriate action as indicated by the situation, location, and MRI SOPs. Contacts the PSS/Director of Corporate Security and/or FSO for guidance.

Prepare accurate and complete incident and observation action reports.

• Assists in photo ID badging of MRIGlobal staff, contractors, and visitors, as needed. Identifies people not displaying MRIGlobal badge and conducts legal searches for prohibited articles as directed by the PSS and/or the Director of Corporate Security.

Monitors and operates access control system and CCTV cameras, utilizes and assists in the maintenance of multiple Security Department computer databases.

Reports all security or safety-related problems or incidents promptly to the PSS/LSO/Director of Corporate Security and/or FSO and coordinates all consequent actions with the PSS/Director of Corporate Security and/or FSO and other Security staff members.

At the Dr Martin Luther King campus, manages daily operation of the front lobby reception area to include such duties as access control, registration of visitors in the Visitor Management software system, receiving of visitors and issuance of appropriate visitor's badges, and monitoring and forwarding of incoming telephone calls.

Accountability specific to this position:

This position interacts with all levels of internal MRIGlobal staff, external customers, visitors, vendors, and contractors.

Success Factors:

• Must be available to work all shifts assigned, including weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an industrial security clearance
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Class A (Firearms Qualified) private officer's license from the Kansas City, Missouri, Police Department. (Minimum age requirement)
• Must be physically able to conduct foot patrols of the MRIGlobal campus, including climbing stairs and running in response to an emergency alarm
• Possess good oral, written and interpersonal skills as required working in a team-based environment
• Must be able to respond to a variety of situations, and utilizing common sense and sound judgment, react in an appropriate and professional manner
• Practice good hygiene and grooming habits, as well as maintain a professional uniformed appearance

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED
• Two years' experience in security, law enforcement or public safety
• Must possess a valid driver's license and have a reliable mode of transportation, as well as a reliable communications service (i.e., residential, or mobile phone)
• Meet the minimum age requirement set by state statute to possess a handgun
• Ability to obtain Government Security Clearance
• Must be available for varying shifts and flexible to cover any shift

Preferred Qualifications:

• College courses in criminal justice, law enforcement or security preferred
• Military service in appropriate related disciplines would be considered a distinct plus
• A current U. S. Government security clearance, as well as experience with security-integrated systems
• Knowledge of Lenel Software, and the understanding of sophisticated access control programming, also a plus

Requirements:

U. S. Citizenship is required and the ability to successfully pass a U. S. Government investigation for a national security clearance. Additionally, this is an armed position and, where required, the ability to pass a firearms proficiency/qualification test administered by the local law enforcement regulatory agency.