Corporate Security Officer - Fresno, CA

JOB TITLE: Corporate Security Officer (Tuesday - Sunday Schedule)

DEPARTMENT: Corporate Security

STATUS: EXEMPT

JOB CODE: 4203

PAY SCALE: $67,375.00 – $71,000.00 Annually

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Responsible for the administration of all aspects of physical security necessary to protect the employees and assets of the Golden 1 Credit Union.  Performs internal investigations as necessary.

TASKS, DUTIES, FUNCTIONS:

1. Administer the corporate security strategy ensuring compliance with security goals stated in the corporate security program.
2. Assess branch and Operations center adherence to corporate security programs and procedures assisting all areas as necessary.  Each corporate security officer is responsible for branch assessments of branches located throughout California.
3. Maintain a thorough understanding of state and federal laws and regulations related to credit union compliance including bank secrecy and anti-money laundering laws appropriate to the position.
4. Administers all aspects of the physical security program in maintaining all security devices (video, alarm, etc.) and access control and security equipment including vault and building access.  Provides executive protection and seeks to minimize threats to senior management consistent with the objectives of the security program.
5. Communicate and interact with the Electronic Services Division management and staff, ATM service vendors and guard service companies on operational and equipment matters including security and integrity of the electronic payments system.
6. Work with armed and unarmed security guards and provide direction as necessary for ensuring actions are in compliance with corporate security policy, procedures, and objectives.
7. Respond to bank robbery calls providing an effective liaison between staff and law enforcement officers.  Provide training and awareness for branch and headquarters personnel regarding proper procedures relevant to bank robberies or other hostile takeovers which includes travel to branches statewide for such training.
8. Conducts interviews and investigations relevant to Violence in the Workplace (VWP) issues.  Administer corporate policies and procedures concerning violence in the workplace.  Assist with internal investigations and inquiries as necessary which include employee theft and misappropriation, compromises of member information and other fraud and criminal matters.
9. Travel to proposed branch locations and conduct a preliminary security assessment in order to assist branch administration in the site selection process.

PHYSICAL SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND EXERTION UTILIZED IN THE PERFORMANCE OF THESE TASKS:

1. Effective oral and written communication skills required to interpret, resolve, and document security and related issues, train and evaluate staff, and perform other related tasks.
2. Must possess sufficient manual dexterity to skillfully operate an on-line computer terminal and other standard office equipment, such as financial calculators, personal computer, facsimile machine and telephone. 

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTACTS & RELATIONSHIPS:

1. INTERNAL:  All levels of staff and management.
2. EXTERNAL:  Visitors, guard staff, vendors, suppliers, members, local law enforcement and government agencies.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or related field preferred. Additional work experience may be considered in lieu of a 4 year degree.
2. EXPERIENCE: Five years or more of Physical/Corporate Security/Safety, Executive Protection, or related experience.  3 years’ experience with financial institution operations, policies and procedures are required.  Law enforcement experience desired.
3. KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS: Strong oral and written communication skills, knowledge of facsimile machine, personal computer and related software, and interpersonal skills. Enthusiasm and interest in security, loss/fraud prevention, and related services; strong sense of ethics and professionalism; communicate effectively in providing security guidance and expertise to other staff and the ability to prepare clear and concise written documents. Strong oral and written communication skills; strong organizational and time management skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Prolonged sitting throughout the workday with occasional mobility required.
2. Corrected vision within the normal range.
3. Hearing within normal range.  A device to enhance hearing will be provided if needed.
4. Occasional movements throughout the department daily to interact with staff, accomplish tasks, etc.
5. Minimal travel throughout the United States to increase knowledge and skills in security area by car or public conveyance.  Minimal travel locally by car or public conveyance to resolve security issues.
6. Carry and respond to mobile phone/pager seven days a week.  May need to diagnose security issues remotely and occasionally may need to travel to site to assist, advise, or correct security issues either by car or public conveyance.
7. Occasionally long work hours may be required to accomplish tasks. 

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

Certified Protection Professional (CPP), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or Professional Certified Investigator (PCI) desired.

REV 06/28/2023