Security Police Officer

Security Police Officer I – Elmwood, Louisiana

Security Police Officer I is needed for a full‑time opportunity with Day & Zimmermann located in Elmwood, Louisiana.

Starting pay is $31.62/hour during training. After successfully passing training the rate is $33.33/hour. Once an employee obtains their security clearance the rate is $33.92/hour.

• Protecting personnel and property in a professional manner.
• Controlling access to Department of Energy (DOE) facilities and conducting vehicle inspections, observing and reporting all offenses/incidents; providing first aid, CPR, and assisting during emergencies as necessary.
• Understanding and complying with all requirements defined within company documents including Post and General Orders, plans, policies, and procedures.
• Maintaining training requirements for the DOE Security Police Officer I per company guidelines; maintaining physical fitness, agility requirements, and weapons qualification standards.
• Ensuring safety requirements compliance and safe work practices; supporting safety programs including Integrated Safety Management and the Behavioral Safety Program.
• Participating in tactical operations.

• High School diploma or GED.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• No prior experience required; preferred prior experience in security, military, law enforcement, or firearms handling.
• Must be able to obtain a DOE "L" clearance.
• Great attitude and team player.
• Successful completion of the background screening process.
• Must be able to pass a physical and psychological examination.
• Must be able to pass a fitness test which consists of running 1/2 mile in 4:40 or less and a prone to running dash in 8.5 seconds or less.

• Basic knowledge of essential firearms.
• Knowledge of general security practices.
• Skilled in responding to emergency situations.
• Skilled in protecting personnel and property with minimal direction.
• Knowledge of general safety practices.

• Visual acuity – required to prepare and analyze data, transcribe documents, view a computer, read, inspect objects, or operate machinery.
• Balancing – maintaining equilibrium when walking, climbing, crouching, etc.
• Stooping – bending the spine at the waist.
• Reaching – reaching the arms or legs in any direction.
• Lifting – lifting objects more than 25 pounds.
• Walking – normal walking.
• Repetitive motion of any part of the body.
• Kneeling, crouching or crawling.
• Pushing or pulling – using a part of the body to press against something in a downward or outward direction or in a dragging or hauling motion.
• Manual dexterity – picking, pinching, typing, or other work that uses fingers.
• Grasping – using the hand to apply pressure.
• Feeling – perceiving an object’s size, shape, texture, etc.
• Climbing – ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, etc. using feet, legs, hands and arms.
• Hearing.
• Talking.
• Capacity to think, concentrate and focus for long periods of time.
• Ability to read complex documents in the English language.
• Capacity to reason and make sound decisions.
• Ability to write complex documents in the English language.
• Capacity to express thoughts orally.
• Ability to wear a mask, respirator, bullet‑proof vest, or other equipment.
• Ability to regularly perform all job functions at Company’s office or worksite.
• Ability to withstand environmental conditions such as extreme heat or cold, grass, wind, sand, fumes, odors, gases, and extreme noise.

Our benefits include:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits
• Pre‑Tax Savings Accounts
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Met Life Legal, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Benefits
• Pet Insurance and Auto/Homeowners Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Business Travel Accident

SOC, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation in the application process, please email reaso and specify the position you are interested in, including job title and location.

For California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All of the material job duties described in this posting are job duties for which a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment.

Estimated Minimum Rate: $22.13

Estimated Maximum Rate: $31.62