Armed Security Specialist (CHARLOTTE)

Why USAA? At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service and trusted advice. We seek to be the 1 choice for the military community and their families. Embrace a fulfilling career at USAA, where our core values honesty, integrity, loyalty and service define how we treat each other and our members. Be part of what truly makes us special and impactful. The Opportunity We are seeking a dedicated I ntermediate level Protective Security Officer to provide armed workforce security and safety by responding to and resolving issues pertaining to access control, accident and emergency response, medical response, workplace violence, active shooter events and other security issues. Under direct supervision, uses established procedures and guidelines to perform routine to moderately complex tasks and problem resolution. Performs all duties in alignment with USAAs Security Officer Standards. We offer a work environment that requires an individual to be in the office 5 days per week. This position can be based in one of the following location : Charlotte, NC. Relocation assistance is not available for this position. What you'll do : Understands and applies policies and procedures displaying basic knowledge on operational matters. Responds to critical incidents and takes direction on immediate actions to stop acts of violence, render first aid, and resolve issues during the response phase of Incident Management. Participates in training drills, receives feedback on response, and participates in after action reviews for emergency response situations. Monitors alarms, cameras, fire alarm systems, and access control programs along with radio traffic, dispatching officers, coordinating response actions for critical incidents and documenting activities for escalation to incident reports. Controls access for employees and visitors, creates and issues credentials, and responds to policy violations. Performs patrols of facilities / properties to prevent trespassing, theft, vandalism, parking / traffic infractions and unauthorized conduct impacting the safety of the campus. Enforces parking and traffic controls and composes incident reports. Completes duty assignments and on-the-job duty position training. Conducts post-related activities during special events and supports executive protection or law enforcement during incident response. Documents shift activities, and ensures detailed information is passed on to team members. Attends and completes all training sessions and responds to feedback from security management and the training team. Completes Defensive Tactics and Handgun training and Standards Evaluation, complies with USAA Force Continuum, issue / turn-in, storage / transportation procedures and maintains State handgun licensing. Maintains current first aid training. Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures. What you have : High School Diploma, General Equivalency Diploma, or applicable trade / technical school diploma. 1 or more years of physical security, law enforcement, or military combat arms experience. Ability to operate computer programs for access control, camera systems, alarm annunciation, radio dispatch and general use of Microsoft Office tools to include Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Must possess valid state driver's license. Job Offer contingent on passing the MMPI evaluation. Initial and continued employment conditional upon passing USAAs Protective Security training standards within 3 attempts (for initial and follow-on training cycles) and obtaining required state armed security license and / or certification for assigned post state within 6 months. What sets you apart : Ability to work 10 or 12 hour shifts : nights, weekends and holidays. Occasional overtime may be required. Experience responding to emergency incidents. Ability to respond rapidly and efficiently during emergency situations. Prior experience using security related systems. Report management system, two-way radios, visitor management systems. Demonstrated firearm proficiency. Possess current Private Protective Services Armed Guard License. Compensation range : The salary range for this position is : $ 43,680.00 - $ 65,750.00 . Compensation : USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location. Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors. The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job. Benefits : At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals. For more details on our outstanding benefits, visit our benefits page on USAAjobs.com. Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis, this posting will remain open until the position is filled. Thus, interested candidates are encouraged to apply the same day they view this posting. USAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.