Security Guard

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas has an opportunity as part of our security team for our Topeka campus. The security officer has the responsibility of protecting the property and employees of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas. The position requires prior training and experience in law enforcement.

The position will work Fridays 3pm-midnight and Sundays Midnight-7am.

Are you ready to make a difference? Choose to work for one of the most trusted companies in Kansas.

Why Join Us?

• Family Comes First: Total rewards package that promotes the idea of family first for all employees; including paid time off and family first leave.
• Trust: Work for one of the most trusted companies in Kansas.
• Stability: 80 years of commitment, compassion, and community

Compensation

$20.96 - $26.20

Non-exempt Grade 11

• Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas offers excellent competitive compensation with the goal of retaining and growing talented team members. The compensation range for this role is a good faith estimate, it is estimated based on what a successful candidate might be paid. All offers presented to candidates are carefully reviewed to ensure fair, equitable pay by offering competitive wages that align with the individual's skills, education, experience, and training. The range may vary above or below the stated amounts.

What you'll do

• Prevent unauthorized personnel from entering the buildings or being on company property.
• Verify the identification and eligibility of all personnel entering a BCBSKS building.
• Escort unauthorized personnel out of the buildings and off company property.
• Stand by if requested when an employee is involuntarily terminated.
• Patrol parking lots to provide safety for employees, insured's, visitors and property.
• Check company buildings and property after regular work hours for security and possible maintenance problems.
• Enforce traffic regulations on company property.
• As applicable, notify city authorities of security problems.
• Assist emergency personnel (police, fire and ambulance).
• Notify relief personnel of occurrences that require follow-up.
• Escort employees to their vehicles as requested.
• Notify appropriate personnel of incoming calls.
• Notify appropriate maintenance department employees of heating/cooling/electrical issues.
• Ticket vehicles that are improperly parked or do not have company issued parking sticker displayed in the rear window.
• May be required to sit or stand for long periods, up to and including 100% of work shift.
• May be required to physically restrain and/or pursue unauthorized individuals, using force when necessary.
• May be required to work in inclement weather (i.e. severe weather, rain, snow, etc), extreme hot or cold, dusty, humid, slippery or windy conditions.
• Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 30 lbs.
• Must have ability to lift, bend, stoop, squat and run.

What you need

• High school diploma or GED required. Criminal Justice degree preferred.
• Previous law enforcement experience is required preferably within the past 36 months. Must be a graduate of a certified law enforcement academy.
• Must maintain and show proficiency with a firearm annually for term of employment in accordance with current state law or must show proficiency within 6 months of employment. This will be accomplished through the employee's current agency, agency retired from, or a Blue Cross designated range master.
• Must provide own firearm that is acceptable by the BCBSKS Security supervisor.
• Ability to comprehend and operate a PC based security alarm system and surveillance camera system.
• Strong computer skills in order to operate effectively with company systems and programs.
• Certification in CPR is preferred. Employees hired into this position who are not certified will obtain certification through internal training.
• Valid driver's license required.

Benefits & Perks

• Base pay is only one component of your competitive Total Rewards package
• Incentive pay program (EPIP)
• Health/Vision/Dental insurance
• 6 weeks paid parental leave for new mothers and fathers
• Fertility/Adoption assistance
• 2 weeks paid caregiver leave
• 5% 401(k) plan matching
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources

Our Commitment to Connection and Belonging

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, we are committed to fostering a culture of connection and belonging, where mutual respect is at the foundation of our workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military or veteran status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas conducts pre-employment drug screening, criminal conviction check, employment verifications and education as part of a conditional offer of employment.