Security Specialist II (Armed)

Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) has an immediate opening for a Security Specialist II (Armed) located at Gerald Gentleman Station in Sutherland, Nebraska.  Position closes December 31, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. Central Time or until filled. 

This position will report to the Physical Security Leader - GGS.

Position Summary

GGS Security Specialists provide security related services, control site access, and respond to actual or potential security threats and violations at Gerald Gentleman Station (GGS).

Education, Training and Experience

High School Diploma or a GED is required. 

Must be a minimum of 21 years of age

Experience working in a dispatch center, call center, alarm monitoring center or security operations center preferred. 

Extensive firearms experience/training, preferably through law enforcement, security, corrections, or military.

Knowledge of access control and/or video management systems is preferred.

Knowledge of NERC procedural requirements preferred.

Experience making independent use of force level decisions in real life situations.

Ability to type a minimum of 30 words per minute.

Minimum of 2 years security operations center experience

Other work experience or demonstrated performance indicating that the applicant has the skills and ability to perform the required duties of the position may be substituted for the specified years of experience.

Licenses and/or Certifications

Valid Driver’s License

Proof of eligibility to legally carry a concealed weapon in the state of Nebraska (CCW, LEO, Retired LEO).

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Demonstrate mental alertness and the ability to multitask, exercise good judgement, implement instructions and policies and fully understand security tasks and processes. Possess the acuity of senses and ability of expression sufficient to permit accurate communication by written, spoken, audible, visible, or other signals required by assigned job duties.

Demonstrated ability to quickly, independently and fluently operate all District security systems within 6 weeks of hire.

Control access to GGS using Physical Access Control Systems (PACS), Cameras, and various other systems.

Monitor, respond to, coordinate and document responses to alarms (fire, intrusion, robbery, panic, motion). 

Ability to continually display, maintain safe firearms handling practices and pass District required firearms training.

Ability to immediately respond to, and properly address, any emergency or threats within the assigned facility. 

Work closely with Corporate Security and the Security Operations Center (SOC) to insure standardized implementation and enforcement of all security related policies/procedures.

Accountable for other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

Customer FocusEmployees & Teamwork/Diversity & InclusionIntegrity/ExcellencePublic Service/Environmental StewardshipSafety

Salary Information - Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary range listed below, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range.  Successful applicants will be provided more information regarding the incentive program at the time of an interview. 

Typical Pay Grade Starting Salary Range:

Security Specialist I,   Non-Exempt Pay Grade 6: $20.41-$22.35/hour

Security Specialist II,  Non-Exempt Pay Grade 7: $22.40-$24.53/hour

Security Specialist III, Non-Exempt Pay Grade 8: $24.61-$26.95/hour

 

Security Specialist I (Armed),   Non-Exempt Pay Grade 7: $22.40-$24.53/hour

Security Specialist II (Armed),  Non-Exempt Pay Grade 8: $24.61-$26.95/hour

Security Specialist III (Armed), Non-Exempt Pa