Physical Security Specialist

Chugach Electric Association

Anchorage, AK

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Access Control, Attorney, Best Practices, Budgeting, Business Administration, Change Management, Communication Skills, Computer Security, Customer Relations, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Documentation, Emergency Management, Emergency Planning, Emergency Response, Flexible Spending Accounts, Green Business, Incident Response, Investment Services, Law Enforcement, Local Government, Logistics, Maintenance - Electrical, Performance Analysis, Physical Security, Power Plant, Prescription Drugs, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Procedure Development, Procurement Planning, Project/Program Management, Protective Services, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Reporting Skills, Root Cause Analysis, Security Attacks, Security Auditing, Security Equipment, Security Infrastructure, Security Monitoring, State Government, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), Sustainability, Telemedicine, Training/Teaching, Vendor/Supplier Relations, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Anchorage, AK
POSTED
2 days ago

Job Description

Summary

This position will provide security services for Chugach buildings, laydown yards, substations, and power plants, in compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements and laws. Additionally, this position will support the implementation of Chugach’s DDD+R strategy (deter, detect, delay and respond) and contribute to the development, maintenance, and enforcement of security policies, standards, and compliance procedures. This position will also assist with overseeing contracted security, responding to campus alarms, managing access control changes, and coordinating with local law enforcement to keep Chugach assets secure. 

Essential Functions

  1. Develop and manage security projects pertaining to cameras, fencing, lighting, perimeter intrusion devices and access control, ensuring completion within schedule, budget and scope.

  2. Monitor security systems and respond to incidents or safety issues in accordance with established procedures, ensuring prompt notification to management.

  3. Assist with the planning, procurement, deployment and maintenance of physical security infrastructure.

  4. Conduct exterior and interior facility vulnerability assessments and recommend security fortifications and procedures.

  5. Investigate security breaches to identify root causes, track incidents, prepare reports, and develop mitigation recommendations.

  6. Create and conduct training drills regarding emergency management action plans, disturbances, workplace violence, crime and security awareness.

  7. Review system alarms and collect additional information where required to determine course of action.

  8. Assist with the oversight of contract security officers, monitoring patrols and logs of activities and incidents.

  9. Review officer shift reports, identify security and safety concerns, and determine course of action.

  10. Assist in coordinating emergency response for medical, fire, or other incidents.

  11. Assist in scheduling security officers for special events.

  12. Create, modify, and remove access permissions for personnel, contractors, and vendors.

  13. Perform callouts for emergency situations.

  14. Coordinate, organize and track inventory of security related equipment

  15. Other duties as assigned.

Relationships

Internal

  • Manager, Security Services: Report to, receive direction, guidance and decisions from.

  • Chugach Staff: Confer with and provide assistance.

External

  • Bargaining Unit Representatives 

  • Contract Security Officers: Provide direction to and monitor performance.

  • State and Local Government Agencies: Coordinate with and exchange information.

  • Vendors: Coordinate with, provide and exchange information.

  • General Public/Members/Guests: Interact with, provide assistance and direction.

Competencies

  1. Knowledge of physical security standards and practices involving critical infrastructure protection (CIP), security auditing, vulnerability assessments, and security best practices.

  2. Ability to plan and manage large, complex, diverse, and strategic multi-discipline projects.

  3. Demonstrated ability to manage customer and vendor relationships, build consensus, and resolve conflicts in challenging environments.

  4. Demonstrated discretion, judgement, and problem-solving skills in addressing complex and non-standard situations.

  5. Effective verbal and written communication skills. 

  6. Current knowledge of laws pertaining to security, including trespass, destruction of property and use of force.

  7. Proven ability to uphold ethical standards and professional conduct.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position does not have any supervisory responsibility. May participate in oversight for contract security officers under the direction of the Manager of Security Services.

Work Environment 

Work is performed in a standard office environment. Travel to facilities and plant sites within the state is required. Some overnight stays at remote plant locations may be required. Ability to fly on chartered and scheduled aircraft. May be exposed to extreme noise and heat. Attendance at meetings or conferences outside of the state may be required. This position has on-call responsibilities on a rotating basis.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, security, logistics or related discipline, required.

Experience

Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in security, law enforcement or related field, required.

Substitution

Additional education in security, incident command or related discipline may be substituted for the experience requirement, on a year for year basis.

Additional professional experience (above the 3-year minimum) in a similarly complex role or related field may be substituted for the required education on a year for year basis. 

Company Description

Chugach Electric Association is a member-owned cooperative, headquartered in Anchorage, Alaska's largest city. Anchorage itself sits at the base of the Chugach Mountains. Chugach is pleased to provide reliable, affordable power to more than 92,000 members from Anchorage to the northern Kenai Peninsula, and from Whittier on Prince William Sound to Tyonek on the west side of Cook Inlet. We service over 113,000 locations with 3,782 miles of transmission and distribution lines. We have many services that make it easy to power homes and businesses with Chugach.
 

A little more about us: Chugach has been around for a long time, recently celebrating 75 years! We are a stable company, in a stable industry. And while we may have stability, we are modern, sustainable and forward-thinking to ensure that we provide reliable services for generations to come. We also pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. We have several 20, 30 and 40 + year tenured employees who continue foster an inclusive, innovative corporate environment. Find your spark!

Chugach's corporate vision:
Responsibly developing energy to build a clean, sustainable future for Alaska.

Chugach's corporate mission:
We provide safe, reliable, and affordable electricity through superior service and sustainable practices, powering the lives of our members.

Chugach's corporate values:
Guided by our values of safety, accountability, and sustainability, we are committed to serving our members, the community, and the Chugach team.

Equal Employment Opportunity
It is a policy of Chugach Electric Association, Inc., to recruit, hire, train, promote, and compensate persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, physical or mental disability, veteran's status, age, or any other classification protected by applicable, federal, state, or local law.
Chugach is also an affirmative action employer.

Chugach Electric does not sponsor employment visas. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. at the time of application and throughout employment. Employees must be able to provide documentation to Chugach Electric to show their identity and authorization to work.

Benefits

HEALTH BENEFITS

Premium & Deductible are paid for by Chugach Electric. The plan includes coverage of:

  • Medical, RX, Dental & Vision
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Telemedicine

FINANCIAL SECURITY

  • 401K Plan
  • Defined Benefit (Pension)
  • Retirement Investment services
  • Basic Life and AD&D Insurance paid for by Chugach Electric
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Short Term Disability
  • Long Term Disability
  • Flex Spending Account (Health, Limited Use, Dependent Care)

WORK, LIFE & HEALTH

  • 20 days vacation for first year of employment
  • 10 Paid Holidays + 3 Float Holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • MetLife Will Preparation

About the Company

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Chugach Electric Association