Senior Security Officer

Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew, we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.

The Senior Security Officer provides leadership, direction, mentorship, and training to security officers in the assigned shifts. They ensure all aspects of security and protective services for Smith+Nephew employees and property.

What will you be doing?

• Lead work of security officers assigned to the shift. Train officers as to general and shift-specific responsibilities.
• Respond to reports of emergency, unusual, and/or unsafe situations. Evaluate, determine, and implement appropriate actions to be taken, and advise key personnel as appropriate.
• Issue employee parking hangtags and maintain computer log of parking program.
• Issue security proximity access cards/badges and maintain computer control system.
• Review, compile, report, and maintain security officer paperwork. Maintain inventory of security equipment and supplies.
• Assist with planning and execution of Smith & Nephew events. Coordinate access to buildings, advising people and traffic to accurate location.
• Institute standard safety precautions.
• Assist in identifying the best methodologies for securing Smith & Nephew's property. Monitor and troubleshoot access control systems and resolve physical security failures with external vendors and Smith & Nephew Building Maintenance Department.
• Assist with coordinating shift coverage for unexpected absences.

What will you need to be successful?

• Associate degree in law enforcement, Criminal Justice or related field or two years related experience required. Candidates can have no criminal convictions (misdemeanor or felony). Minor traffic violations are not applicable.
• One (1) year law enforcement, security or related professional experience required. Solid understanding of corporate security investigative techniques and procedures; laws of arrest and seizure; rules of evidence and court procedures; legal rights of citizens.
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
• Able to be bonded and commissioned.
• Must complete training for registration with the State of Tennessee as an armed security officer/guard. During the first ninety days of employment the officer must be able to score 85 % or better on a 50-round weapons course.
• In addition to the state training, the officer must complete 80 hours of intensive company-sponsored firearms' training. Passing score during the qualification round is 85%. The scoring is done on a 50-round course. Course of fire ranges from distances of 3 to 50 feet. The course must be completed within the first ten months of employment.
• Must have valid driver's license.
• Must attend departmental in-service meetings as required.
• Certified in CPR and first aid.
• Continuing education courses may be required to keep abreast of current security procedures.
• Take a polygraph test as requested.
• Willing to submit to random drug screens. Drug testing will be done a minimum of four times per year.
• Successfully complete a written psychological evaluation as well as an evaluation by a licensed psychologist.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities. Officers must also complete an 80-hour, company-sponsored, physical fitness training program. Officers must complete each of the following regimens:

• 30 push-ups in 60 seconds.
• 30 sit-ups in 60 seconds.
• Bench press 75% of body weight @ 10 repetitions in 1 minute.
• mile run in 5 minutes.
• Quarterly testing will be conducted to ensure that the officers are able to maintain the minimum fitness standards.
• Stand; Walk; Sit; Talk or hear; Use hands to finger, handle or feel; Climb or balance; Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; Reach with hands and arms; Taste or smell - 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
• Lifting more than 100 pounds up to 1/3 of the time.
• Vision: close (clear vision at 20 inches or less); Distance Vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more); Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors); Peripheral Vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point); Depth Perception (three-dimensional vision. ability to judge distances and spatial relationships); Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus).

You. Unlimited.

We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.

• Inclusion, Diversity and Equity- Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Diversity, Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (https://www.smith-nephew.com/
• Your Future: 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Options, Tuition Reimbursement
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day
• Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program
• Flexibility: Hybrid Work Model (For most professional roles)
• Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship
• Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!

Smith+Nephew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.