Nuclear Security Officer
EntergyAbout the role
Job Title: Nuclear Security Officer
Work Place Flexibility: Onsite
Legal Entity: Entergy Operations, Inc.-EOI
Please note: Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Entergy will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.
*There are (9) positions available for this job posting*
Job Summary/Purpose:
The nuclear security officer is responsible for maintaining the safety and security of a nuclear power plant or other nuclear facility. This includes monitoring access, conducting patrols, responding to alarms and incidents, and enforcing security protocols. The nuclear security officer plays a critical role in protecting the facility, its personnel, and the surrounding community from potential threats.
Job Duties/Responsibilities:
- Control entry processing of all individuals into protected and vital areas of the plant by verifying identity and authorization to enter.
- Conduct personnel and vehicle searches that are required in accordance with plant security requirements.
- Respond to intrusion alarms as directed by the response team leader or as a security officer on patrol.
- Deter attempts by unauthorized persons seeking to gain entry into protected or vital areas of the plant.
- Make scheduled and unscheduled patrols of the owner-controlled, protected, and vital areas of the plant.
- Report all observed security and safety violations.
- Keep a record of patrols.
- Secure, protect, and assist at accidents, fires, and similar areas of the mishap until relieved.
- Perform as an armed escort for persons or vehicles as required by the Security Plan.
- Operate company vehicle(s).
- Conduct operational tests of intrusion detection and contraband detection equipment according to documented procedures.
- Must be able to work a rotating 12-hour shift which includes nights, days, holidays, and weekends.
- Must be able to respond and report to work during an emergency or other call-ins and work in adverse weather conditions.
- Sequestration events are subject occur in which prolonged stay at the facility may occur.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum education required for the position:
- High school diploma or GED
Minimum experience required for the position:
- Minimum of 21 years of age.
- Desired Qualifications: Commercial, military, or law enforcement security experience.
Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the position:
- Must meet requirements of NRC psychological testing regulations.
- Must satisfy all nuclear regulatory elements to obtain and maintain unescorted access.
- Have physical stamina for walking, climbing, etc., as required in Nuclear Regulatory Commission Regulations.
- Demonstrate ability to understand and effectively react to situations of adversity with people and resolve them with tact, diplomacy, and courtesy.
- Desired Qualifications: Technical understanding of nuclear generation principles and operation.
Any certificates, licenses, etc. required for the position:
- Valid state driver's license and ability to meet company driving standards.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Must be able to comprehend and pass all tests in accordance with the Security Training and Qualification Plan.
- Must be able to obtain initial and maintain annual weapons qualifications (Safety, proficcency and Marksmanship)
Primary Location: Louisiana-St. Francisville Louisiana : St. Francisville
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