Security Officer : BP Cherry Point Refinery
Under the direct supervision of the Security Sergeant, Security Officers provide protection of work sites, personnel, and assets from events such as trespassing, unauthorized entry, and other disruptive incidents. Performing access control is a core function of this position.
Security Officers currently work a 12-hour rotational shift schedule consisting of 1 week on / 1 week off (7 days / week). A base pay period (2-weeks) earns 64 regular hours, combined with 20 hours of additional overtime pay. Positions require open availability for days, nights, weekends, or holidays due to a rotating schedule. There are times when employees may be asked to work on days that would ordinarily be their scheduled days off. These additional pay opportunities include scheduled refinery turnaround periods and covering open shifts when needed.
Required Qualifications :
- High school diploma or GED
- Minimum of 18 years of age
- Valid driver's license
- Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC) or able to obtain
- State of Washington Security Officer license or able to obtain
- Ability to speak, write, and comprehend the English language and apply written and verbal policies / procedures.
- This position requires open availability for days, nights, weekends, or holidays due to a rotating schedule.
Preferred But Not Required :
Minimum of two years working in law enforcement or fire service (paid or volunteer), military police, corrections, or a private security company.Essential Functions :
Conducts vehicle and foot patrolsResponds to incidents, calls for assistance, or requestsObserve, recall, and distinguish characteristics of persons, suspects, vehicles, locations, or propertyPerform searches of people, vehicles, vessels, buildings, and large outdoor areasConduct visual surveillance for extended periods of timeObserves and confronts suspicious persons, assess intentions, and takes action as appropriateEffectively and coherently initiates communication or responds using a two-way radio or telephoneUtilize clear and appropriate communication skills when communicating with peopleComprehend, evaluate, and correctly respond to information receivedGather information for investigations by interviewing and obtaining verbal or written statements of all participants and witnessesReduce the results of investigative findings into written form so as to clearly and accurately reflect the information obtainedRead, comprehend, and employ policies and proceduresExercise sound judgment in determining appropriate action to be taken during changing situations.Maintain composure and control when encountering a hostile person or situationSafely operate a motor vehicle during both day and night, in a variety of settings, environments, and varying weather conditionsAbility to work in a constant state of alertness and situational awareness in a safe mannerWillingness to perform other's duties, as requiredWillingness to work at various locations or posts, as requiredPay & Benefits :
This position starts at $20.06 / hour, plus additional for all overtime hours. Full time regular employees have the opportunity to enroll in health insurance (medical / dental / vision), life insurance, 401k Retirement Plan, and short-term disability through Colonial Life. Full-time regular employees are provided access to our employee assistance program.
Working Environment :
Officers will be working in and around an oil refinery, sitting or standing for extended periods either indoors or in inclement weather, and operating a company vehicle.
Physical Demands :
Applicant will be required to successfully complete a post offer, pre-hire physical.
Reasonable Accommodation :
It is DUS's business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
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