Security Specialist

Overview

REI Co-op is united around discovering, building and celebrating better ways of working in this world, all so that folks can find and pursue a love of the outdoors. When you work for the co-op, you do your best work with the support to live your best life. And you play a part in shaping the future of the outdoors, for people and our planet.

Shift: Wednesday to Saturday, 8:00 PM to 6:30 AM.

This job contributes to REI’s success by executing day-to-day physical security strategy at distribution center and headquarters locations while providing robust security services and exceptional customer service. The role requires strong communication, problem solving, and a commitment to safety and emergency response.

• Monitors, maintains, and responds to alarms within the camera, access control, and alarm systems and collaborates with internal and external partners to resolve situations.
• Responds to both emergency and non-emergency situations, provides security support, and helps coordinate the response of other internal teams.
• Documents and reports information to the appropriate internal and external partners in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Logs all visitors, contractors, and vendors and issues badges as required.
• Inspects and checks trailers and containers and enforces access control  policy.
• Operates a hand-held radio, cell phone, or other communication devices as needed.
• Makes regular and consistent patrols in and around the REI location, checking for unsafe conditions, hazards, security violations, and unauthorized persons.
• Maintains proficiency in emergency response procedures.
• Serves as a leader in emergency situations, participates in the site emergency response team, and coordinates evacuations.
• Works a flexible 24/7 schedule with nights, weekends, and holidays while maintaining regular attendance and punctuality.
• Other duties as assigned.

• 2+ years of security experience, including CCTV usage, in a warehouse setting with a national brand or equivalent experience.
• Current state-issued Guard Card or ability to obtain a state-issued Guard Card within 90 days of employment (based on individual state requirements).
• Analytical and critical thinking skills, solving problems independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Internet, and Access Control Systems.
• Strong interpersonal and writing skills, ability to interact well and build rapport with individuals at all levels within and outside the organization.
• CPR/First Aid/AED certified or ability to obtain certifications within first 30 days.
• Active participation and collaboration with others on the team and across REI for business goals.
• Flexible in viewpoint and position to support the direction taken at REI.
• Uses business knowledge, innovative thinking, and sound judgment to solve problems and pursue opportunities.
• Considers the ultimate impact of decisions on internal and external customers.
• Works smart by setting effective work goals, establishing priorities, and planning well to produce quality work.
• Executes effectively by using resources efficiently, meeting deadlines, and keeping others informed of progress.
• Builds rapport with all kinds of people inside and outside the organization.
• Challenges the status quo, champions change, and influences others to change.

At REI, we believe the outdoors is for all. We are committed to becoming a fully inclusive, anti-racist, multicultural organization. Every day you are driving change, fostering a culture of respect, and knowing you are backed by benefits that support your whole life. To work toward this commitment and fulfill our brand promise of inspiring and enabling a life outside for everyone, we seek employees who demonstrate different ways of working, create a sense of belonging, and actively listen and learn.

We are committed to practices that promote pay equity and transparency. As required by applicable Pay Transparency laws, REI provides a range of compensation for roles that may be hired in locations under these requirements. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include a wide array of factors, including your specific skills and experience, geographic location, or other relevant factors.

$20.38 - $28.56 per hour