Physical Security Officer

Responsible for developing, implementing, and administering all aspects of the Bank’s Security Program and Safety Program. Act as a liaison between bank personnel and law enforcement authorities when responding to robberies or other crimes. Administers security devices and settings at each bank facility. Identifies, analyzes and controls existing and potential safety hazards and provides security and safety training to all company personnel. Advises Senior Management and bank personnel of emerging security and safety issues and consults and guides the bank in the establishment of controls to mitigate risks. Consults with Facilities Manager regarding building maintenance-related activities to ensure facilities are problem-free and safe so that employees can work, and customers can be served under the best conditions.
Essential Functions

• Establish, coordinate and implement a security program for all offices, facilities, departments and functions consistent with Regulation H and other regulatory requirements.
  
  • Establish procedures of opening and closing for all locations.
  • Establish and maintain procedures for safekeeping all currency, negotiable securities, and similar valuables at all times.
  • Establish and maintain procedures that assist in identifying persons committing crimes against the bank and preserve evidence that aid in their identification and prosecution.
  • Establish and maintain fire and burglary alarm procedures for all locations.
  • Establish and maintain access control (keys, fobs, keypad and push locks) for all locations.
  • Prepare and submit a Security Program evaluation and compliance report to bank management/board of directors annually.
  • Provide initial and periodic training of officers and employees in their responsibilities under the security program and in conduct during and after a burglary, robbery, or larceny

• Present security updates/report to designated board committee on quarterly basis.
• Maintain evacuation procedures and conduct annual fire alarm test for all locations.
• Supervise the installation, maintenance and operation of security devices, cameras; be on site with ATM/ITM installations, generators and other equipment installation.
• In conjunction with appropriate personnel, research, develop and implement and test the institutions Disaster and Business Continuity Plan as it relates to the security function.
• Monitor proper lighting in facility parking lots, interior buildings and at ITM/ATM facilities.
• Monitor all locations for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards.
• Coordinate with Facilities Manager to ensure the outside of facilities including landscaping and ingress/egress paths are maintained in accordance with appearance standards and security standards (landscaping does not obstruct security cameras)
• Assist Fraud and BSA personnel with fraud investigations and filing reports with law enforcement.
• Establish and maintain satisfactory liaison with local law enforcement officers to contact in the event of any emergency or committed or attempted crime.

Key Qualifications:

• Analytical ability to collect and research data
• Experience in using relevant technology and equipment
• Experience in reporting and emergency response planning
• Problem solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner
• Ability to develop project plans, communicate changes and follow to completion
• Interpersonal and communication skills; listen to others and remain open to their ideas, speak clearly and persuasively in both positive and negative situations
• Willingness to make sound judgement decisions and exhibit accurate judgement
• Professional and courteous people skills and willing to accept responsibility for own actions
• Consistently at work and on time
• Willing to accept changes and communicate changes effectively
• Actively participate in team efforts while balancing team and individual responsibilities
• Dependable and flexible; willing to travel to various bank locations outside normal business hours.
• Law enforcement and security experience preferred
• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or a related field

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
This is largely a moderately sedentary role, subject to both indoor and outdoor locations. While performing this role, the employee is regularly required to use typical office equipment such as a computer, laptop and cell phoneWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear This position may require lifting and installing equipment, sitting, standing, walking, bending, and kneeling.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)