Security Associate Part-time

What part will you play? If you’re looking for a place where you can make a meaningful difference, you’ve found it. Because, at Markel, the work you do gives people the confidence to move forward and seize opportunities. Whether you’re wild about horses, bananas for boats or driven by data, you’ll find your fit amongst our global community of optimists and problem-solvers. We’re always pushing each other to go further because we believe that when we realize our potential, we can help others reach theirs.

Join us and play your part in something special!

Responsible for continued compliance of security policies for all buildings of Markel Corporation in Glen Allen, Virginia. Provides security for Markel’s associates as well as physical property. Serves as the first line of contact for all associates, visitors and guests. Promotes positive public relations by offering courteous service to everyone and responding to their requests. Provides a safe and secure workplace for associates, visitors and guests.

Duties

• Addresses and resolves security issues as they arise.
• Maintains sign-in and security event logs.  Issues and retrieves temporary pass cards for visitors and guests.
• Periodically patrols building and grounds of Markel buildings.
• Investigates disturbances, complaints, thefts, vandalisms, accidents, intrusions, fires and property damage.
• Assists with building evacuations and maintains an orderly pedestrian flow.
• Secondary contact with local, state and federal law enforcement.
• Assists in conducting risk assessments and vulnerability studies when appropriate

Job Requirements:

Time/Attendance Requirements

• Part Time

Education

• High school diploma/equivalent
• College degree preferred
• Courses in Criminal Justice, Public Safety and/or Emergency Management preferred

Certification

• Current Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services, Armed Security Officer
• Current CPR/Basic First Aid

Work Experience

• Minimum of 5 years previous Law Enforcement/Public Safety and/or Corporate Security

Skill Sets

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong organization and time management skills
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Outlook, Word)
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Strong team player
• Flexibility and attention to details
• Ability to work in high stress environment and manage emergency situations
• Ability to lift 75lbs.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S., and not require sponsorship now or in the future.

 

Who we are:

Markel Group (NYSE – MKL) a fortune 500 company with over 60 offices in 20+ countries, is a holding company for insurance, reinsurance, specialist advisory and investment operations around the world.

We’re all about people | We win together | We strive for better

We enjoy the everyday | We think further

What’s in it for you:

In keeping with the values of the Markel Style, we strive to support our employees in living their lives to the fullest at home and at work. 

• We offer competitive benefit programs that help meet our diverse and changing environment as well as support our employees’ needs at all stages of life. 
• All full-time employees have the option to select from multiple health, dental and vision insurance plan options and optional life, disability, and AD&D insurance. 
• We also offer a 401(k) with employer match contributions, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, PTO, corporate holidays and floating holidays, parental leave.  
• Markel offers hybrid working schedules of 3 days in the office and 2 days remote.  

Are you ready to play your part?

Choose ‘Apply Now’ to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.

The base salary offered for the successful candidate will be based on compensable factors such as job-relevant education, job-relevant experience, training, licensure, demonstrated competencies, geographic location, and other factors. 

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