Asset Protection Officer II

The intent of this job posting is to fill one full-time position and establish an eligibility list which may be used to fill current and future, permanent and limited-term, vacancies for up to two (2) years. You must clearly demonstrate, on your resume, that you possess the knowledge, skills and experience required in the minimum qualifications listed in this posting. The most qualified candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to the written examination.

Written Exam Details:
The examination is tentatively scheduled to be held the week of August 24, 2026. Exams are strictly PASS/FAIL, results will be sent to each applicant approximately two weeks from the exam date.

All communications regarding this hiring process will be via email. SMUD is not responsible for mail that is directed to your junk mail inbox so please be sure to add SMUD to your safe senders list.

Under the direction of Security Operations Supervisors and Manager, incumbent provides security coverage ensuring that adequate protection is provided for the safety of staff, customers and visitors. Safeguards the assets of the organization, as well as those of its guests and team members. Promotes a friendly customer-oriented demeanor at all times.

This classification is comprised of two levels:
Level "I" is the entry-level where incumbents are provided formal training and/or certification for progression to the journey-level of the classification. The incumbent is promoted/progressed to the journey level "II" upon successful completion of all training and/or certification requirements for the classification. Incumbents hired at the entry-level are required to successfully progress to the journey-level within 18 to 60 months, depending on the length of the training and/or certification program.

If an employee is unsuccessful with progressing to the journey-level they will return to last class held or separate from SMUD.

• Assess alarms, investigate and report suspicious activities, and/or circumstances and make necessary notifications to SMUD management, local law enforcement agencies, and emergency services in the event of any emergency or criminal activity.
• Observe, assess and intervene by the use of force to the degree of force which is objectively reasonable under the circumstances.
• Patrols and inspects SMUD facilities, buildings, and grounds, by vehicle, bicycle or on foot.
• Responds to alarms and investigates and reports suspicious persons, activities and/or circumstances; responds to physically protect against intruders.
• Controls access of persons and vehicles into SMUD facilities.
• Operate, test and monitor security alarms, closed circuit television and programming CCTV zones for effectiveness, SMUD radios, fire alarms and trouble alarms for SMUD facilities.
• Observes and reports potential safety and/or fire hazards; prepare written reports, security citations.
• Provide security detail for SMUD Board members, executives, and elected officials, when and where necessary.
• Performs First Aid/CPR/AED as required.
• Maintain proper documentation of all related actions transpiring during assigned shift (computer-based logs and or manual logs).
• Report failed/defective equipment to Security Operations Supervisor for repair and generate any corrective actions to replace the faulty equipment.
• Monitor phone and communication equipment and communicate instructions to the relieving shifts as necessary to ensure compliance with SMUD Security Operations procedures.
• Maintain accountability of temporary access badges.
• Other related duties as assigned.

• High school graduate or equivalent.

Please note:Minimum age 21 years;

Pre-appointment Background Check:
Background investigation, psychological assessment, and initial drug screening. Criminal history checks to include DMV, FBI, DOJ, or others are required. Maintain all training and qualifications requirements for the job classification.

• Experience equivalent to completion of sufficient formal and/or informal education to provide the necessary knowledge and skills. Typically, the knowledge and skills listed above are attained by prior work experience in the military, law enforcement, security officer work or through formal law enforcement/security education programs.

• Must possess and maintain a valid California Drivers License CDL and a satisfactory driving record not more than two moving violations in the last two years
• Applicants must possess a valid Department of Consumer Affairs BSIS Guard Card, Department of Consumer Affairs BSIS Firearms Card, Mace/Pepper Spray Certificate, First Aid/CPR/AED Certification, Basic First Aid, CPR, and AED. Within 12 months of appointment, successfully attend and pass POST PC832 Arrest, Search and Seizure and POST PC832 Firearms Familiarization.
• Complete POST certified training assigned;
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