The Security Officer is a responsible and accountable member of a quasi-law enforcement security and protection services program as the first line of protection and safety provisions for the Great Lakes Water Authority (GLWA), its’ staff and customers, patrolling, observing, reporting, supporting, assessing, monitoring, coordinating and deterring of unauthorized, dishonest, criminal and negative conduct activities or practices and maintaining order for the organization; shall respond to emergencies or accidents rendering proper assistance and aid including, but not limited to, fires, sabotage, trespassing, hazardous disasters, disorder, medical emergencies, unauthorized gatherings and workplace disturbances, by following the proper procedures and steps to detain responsible individual(s); operate fire emergency equipment as applicable; provide secured ingress and egress to GLWA properties admitting only authorized persons and materials by practicing strict protocols including identifying persons, vehicles and cargo. This position requires the ability to sit, walk, stand, drive or work for long periods of time, demonstrate normal color perception, hear audible alarms and detect abnormal equipment sounds; visually inspect equipment and processes at any time of the day or night, pass vision test and wear personal protective equipment.