Security Officer

What You Need To Know

Open your future to incredible career potential. Work for an industry-leader who invests in their people. Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits is North America’s preeminent wine and spirits distributor, as well as a family-owned, privately held company with a 50+ year legacy of success. We were named by Newsweek as a Most Loved Workplace and are included on the Forbes lists for Largest Private Companies and Best Employers for Diversity.

As a full-time employee, you can choose from a full menu of our Top Shelf Benefits, including comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage, dental and vision plans, tax-saving Flexible Spending Accounts, disability coverage, life insurance plans, and a 401(k) plan. We also offer tuition reimbursement, a wellness program, parental leave, vacation accrual, paid sick leave, and more.

Southern Glazer’s offers a competitive compensation package with an hourly pay rate of $17.50 hour. In determining a final offer, the company will evaluate a specific candidate's education, skills and experience and will make an offer appropriately.

At Southern Glazer’s, you’ll enjoy an environment where continuous learning and growth are supported and experience a culture where you are respected, and your voice is heard. If you’re looking to fill your glass with opportunity, come join our FAMILY.

Overview

The Security Officer (SO) will support and execute the corporate security strategy at the direction of the Director of Corporate Security. The SO will be responsible for policing the buildings and grounds of SGWS facilities to prevent theft, fire, vandalism and illegal entry. The SO will also be responsible for utilizing screening technology required for entry to SGWS facilities. The SO will assist to ensure all safety and security protocols are adhered to at SGWS properties. The SO will be responsible for initiating action to manage unwanted visitors or employees that are no longer desired on the premises. Generally, the SO will be posted at a guard station, but will be asked to patrol the property and monitor security technology in a Security Operations Center.

Primary Responsibilities

• Start shift promptly at designated time, in proper security attire.
• Appearance will be clean, smart and professional at all times.
• Occupy a guard station/desk as directed by the Director of Corporate Security or designee.
• Patrol property, inside and out.
• Provide overall awareness of any security or safety concerns to Corporate Security Team.
• Respond to crisis’ and high duress events to mitigate, aid, and assist Corporate Security Team.
• Diffuse and deescalate potentially violent situations on property.
• Report any safety or security situations to the Corporate Security Team.
• Provide written reports, complete logs and maintain data related to safety and security.
• Monitor security surveillance equipment provided by SGWS.
• Escort contractors or visitors when appropriate.
• Sound alarms and notify local municipalities as appropriate for safety and security situations.
• Perform other duties as assigned related to safety and security.

 

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency plus 1 year of experience

Physical Demands

• Physical demands with activity or condition for a considerable amount of time include sitting and typing/keyboarding using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor) or adding machine
• Physical demands include a considerable amount of time walking, bending, reaching, standing, squatting, and stooping
• Additional hours may be required during October, November, and December and other peak periods
• May require working at heights of 8 feet or greater  
• Must be able to frequently lift/lower, push, carry, or pull 56lbs

 

This position is deemed a safety-sensitive position.  As such, any person who is given a conditional offer of employment will be required to pass a drug test, including a marijuana test.

EEO Statement

Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits, an Affirmative Action/EEO employer, prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.  Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits provides competitive compensation b