Opportunity
A Security Officer I plays a significant role in ensuring a safe, secure, and friendly environment by enforcing security policies and being responsible for safeguarding Kohler Co. and the Kohler brand. This is accomplished by identifying risks, maintaining security processes in order to reduce risks, respond to incidents, and limit exposure or liability in all areas: financial, physical, and personnel. Security Officer I will also ensure that standardized security practices, systems, and processes are being utilized to meet Corporate Security guidelines and policies.
A Kohler Co. Security Officer I is a friendly resource to individuals who need assistance, medical aid, crisis intervention, or local directions. They respond quickly in emergency situations as an integral team member and serve to protect the property, guests, visitors, and employees of Kohler Co.
Specific Responsibilities
Under the direction of an experienced Kohler Co. Security Supervisor, and within defined timeframes, a Security Officer I is:Responsible for the protection, safeguarding, and security of personnel, customers, visitors, and assets.Responsible for monitoring and authorizing entrance and departure of associates, visitors, and other persons to guard against theft and maintain security of the premises.Responsible for greeting visitors in person in order to provide assistance or refer to an appropriate company representative.Responsible for operating a multi-channel radio with multiple frequencies.Responsible for observing and reporting all suspicious activity or policy violations.Responsible for managing the access control requirements in a manner that ensures the highest level of security in an efficient manner.Responsible for accurately understanding various transmissions, (e.g. telephone, radio, etc.) and transcribe information (e.g. numbers, letters, names and facts) from one source to another in a timely manner.Responsible for deterring crime by providing a general security presence.Responsible for developing an operating knowledge of Kohler security and fire systems and able to respond appropriately.Responsible for assisting with special assignments during periods of emergency or as requested by management.Responsible for providing transportation services with company vehicles as needed.Responsible for achieving and maintaining required certification in CPR, First Aid, fire extinguisher, etc.Responsible for acting as a security and safety resource to other departments and local emergency services as dictated.Physical RequirementsThe minimum physical requirements of Security Officers includeThe ability to transport emergency medical equipment, such as medical bags and oxygen equipment, weighing approximately 50 pounds, from a vehicle to the scene of the emergency and appropriately utilize equipment at the scene.The ability to ascend and descend fixed or portable ladders to access roof and other areas in the event of an emergency.The ability to be certified and correctly perform CPR, unassisted, as defined by the American Heart Association and operate an automatic external defibrillator.Be able to provide verbal instructions in an emergency in a clear and intelligible manner.The ability to legally operate a passenger automobile or light truck.The ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time, as necessary.