Security Sergeant: Valdez Marine Terminal

Under the supervision of the Security Captain, the Security Sergeant oversees the effective delivery of security services at Valdez Marine Terminal. The Sergeant supervises personnel, manages all aspects of daily operations, and ensures all functions are performed in compliance with the contract’s scope of work, DUS/Client policies, post orders, and all applicable laws, regulations and operational procedures. This is a rotational position, working a 2 week on / 2 week off schedule.

*Please note this position is located in Valdez, AK and will receive a Cost of Living Adjustment on top of hourly rate. Transportation and housing in Valdez is not provided.*

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED


• Min 21 years of age


• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record


• Three (3) years of combined experience as an officer (or above) with a municipal, state or federal law enforcement agency, military police unit, corrections or private security company AND two (2) years of experience in a supervisory position.


• Two (2) years of TAPS Security experience within the last five (5) years.


• Armed Security Guard License (State of Alaska) or ability to obtain upon hire.


• Emergency Trauma Technician (ETT) certification or ability to obtain (candidates are responsible for obtaining initial ETT on their own time and expense).


• Must be able to pass the Company’s pre-employment screening process, including drug screen, criminal background investigation and post-offer physical/functional capacity evaluation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Coordinate the delivery of security and basic emergency medical services at the assigned job site.


• Display courteous, respectful and professional interactions with the public and customers.


• Apply knowledge of the techniques and practices involved in the physical protection of people, property, facilities, documents, and materials in order to protect against trespassers, sabotage, vandalism, theft, fire, accident, etc.


• Interact with the client representative(s) and other stakeholders at the work site.


• Supervise direct reports and make personnel-related decisions. All supervisory responsibilities must be carried out in accordance with DUS policies and within approved empowerment range. Duties could include: scheduling personnel and managing staffing; supervise on the job training of assigned personnel and provide direct instruction to security officers; maintain established standards of officer performance by personal example; ensure that all assigned equipment, vehicles, uniforms, and gear are properly worn and maintained; assist the Security Captain with the interviewing, hiring and onboarding process as needed.


• Promote a respectful, professional and collaborative workplace at all times.


• Conduct security patrols in accordance with Post Orders (if applicable/based on job site needs).


• Perform administrative duties including but not limited to timely and accurate submissions of timekeeping/payroll reports; data tracking and entry in designated computer systems; report writing, maintaining records, verifying information, etc.


• Write operational and administrative reports and provide detailed and accurate accounting orally or in writing of all aspects of an incident or event.


• Utilize clear and appropriate communication skills while providing information to others, mediating disputes, investigating incidents, and performing other related tasks.


• Respond to escalated security or emergency situations per established protocols to include: searches of people, vehicles, vessels, buildings, and large outdoor areas; confront suspicious persons, assess intentions, and take actions as appropriate; make arrests if necessary, using handcuffs; safely handle, load, unload, aim and fire handguns, shotguns, and other agency firearms; perform rescue functions during emergencies; administer emergency medical aid, remove people from dangerous situations, and secure or evacuate people from hazardous areas; ensure notification is made to law enforcement personnel and other emergency responders; liaison with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies; maintain composure and control under stressful or crisis situations.


• Temporarily cover security posts in the absence of staff members.


• Safely operate a motor vehicle in a variety of settings and varying weather conditions.


• Exercise sound judgment and make appropriate decisions.


• Maintain confidentiality and appropriate professionalism.


• Ability to work a varied schedule including nights, weekends, holidays and extended hours as business dictates.


• Complete and maintain all company, client and job required training, licenses and certifications.


• Maintain adequate fitness for duty to perform the essential functions of the position including annual firearms qualification.

BENEFITS

Full-time regular employees are eligible to enroll in our health plan (medical/dental/vision), life insurance, 401k Retirement Plan, short term disability, and Employee Assistance Program. Benefits begin on the date of hire.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The employee will be required to work in an office setting as well as confined workspaces such as a security guard post, security gate, or patrol vehicles. The majority of work is performed in an industrial setting with a variety of people in differing functions, personalities and abilities. Work assignments consist of 12-hour shifts; ability to work day and night shifts as required.

The employee’s work requires routine walking, sitting, standing, bending, and lifting items up to 50 lbs. There may be a lack of immediate access to critical medical services as well as urban community services.  Candidates will be required to successfully complete a post-offer pre-employment physical and functional capacity exam. 

DUS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.