Security Officer (Day Shift)

The expected hiring range for this position is:

Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such the scope and responsibilities of the position, qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

Please note that pursuant to U.S. Department of Energy security and access requirements, this position is open only to U.S. citizens. This position is not eligible for relocation assistance, referral bonus program, or sponsorship assistance. 

About the Role: 

Fermilab is seeking a Security Officer who under general supervision from the Security Lieutenant, will be responsible for providing customer service to the Laboratory by carrying out safety and security procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities on a 24 hours/day, 7 days/week environment. This position is covered under a collective bargaining agreement and is assigned to the day shift. The schedule may require flexibility and occasional short-notice adjustments to meet operational needs. 

Shift: Day   6:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.  Fermilab Security operates on a continuous 24/7 schedule. 

What your day-to-day as a Security Officer at Fermilab will look like:

• Patrol property on foot and/or vehicle, securing personnel, assets, buildings, gates, and perimeter in all weather conditions; reporting any hazardous conditions, equipment malfunctions, or building alarms.
• Guard site access points, permitting or refusing entry based upon Fermilab Site Access policy, Post Orders, and/or Policy & Procedures, performing vehicle inspections for prohibited articles, issuing passes, and greeting personnel in a prompt, courteous and professional manner in all weather conditions.
• Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls; follows guidance in accordance with established procedures/policies.
• Complete case reports on property loss, property damage, personnel incidents, vehicle accidents, etc.
• Communicate with the Security Operations Center and/or security staff via two-way radio or telephone.
• Maintain officer activity reports and completes patrol round assignments as directed.
• Keep informed of current and applicable Fermi Security and Fire Department policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Comply with Department (DOE) directives and the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) to ensure adherence to all applicable policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct equipment and vehicle checks and reports/logs deficiencies to supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Abides by and is responsible for performing all duties in accordance with all environmental, health and safety regulations and practices pertinent to this position.

Essential Competencies and Attributes for Success:

• High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 1+ years of relevant experience.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must possess 20-hour Basic Security Training certificate and IL PERC card.
• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
• Must be a US citizen.
• Employment is contingent on the successful completion of a pre-employment drug testing, Psychological and Medical testing.

Applicable Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Use of two-way public safety radios, strong verbal, and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills (MS Office), report writing.

Work Arrangement:
Please note that the described work arrangement is subject to change based on business needs and is not guaranteed to be final. 

• Onsite: This is an onsite role, and the candidate must be able to work from our Batavia office.

Benefits/Perks:
Fermilab offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid time off
• Life insurance
• Short and Long-term disability insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Onsite day care

Why Fermilab: 
Fermilab is America’s premier laboratory for particle physics and accelerator research, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. We support discovery science experiments in Illinois and locations around the world, including deep underground mines in South Dakota and Canada, mountaintops in Arizona and Chile, CERN in Europe and the South Pole.

Pre-Employment Screening:

Drug-Free Workplace & Pre-Employment Screening  

Fermilab is dedicated to fostering a safe, productive and drug-free environment. An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening.

HSPD-12

In accordance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) new employees are required to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a federal background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws. Failure to obtain or maintain such government access authorization could result in the withdrawal of a job offer or future termination of employment.

Foreign Government Sponsored Activities

Fermilab employees, and certain guest researchers and contractors, are subject to particular restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Sponsored or Affiliated Activities, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. Such individuals will be asked to disclose any participation for review by Fermilab's Office of General Counsel.

REAL-ID Requirement for access to Fermilab Campus
Fermilab requires all members of the public to produce a REAL-ID, or equivalent, to access the Fermilab Campus for interviews or career events. A list of acceptable forms of ID can be found here: https://get-connected.fnal.gov/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/REALID-Documents.pdf. If a candidate is selected for an interview but does not possess any of the equivalent documents, we may schedule a virtual interview. 

Equal Opportunity Statement   

Fermilab is an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.