DC Security Specialist

Security Specialist

REI Co-op is united around discovering, building and celebrating better ways of working in this world, all so that folks can find and pursue a love of the outdoors. When you work for the co-op, you do your best work with the support to live your best life. And you play a part in shaping the future of the outdoors, for people and our planet.

This job contributes to REI's success by executing our day-to-day physical security strategy at distribution center and / or headquarters locations by providing robust security services along with exceptional customer service. This position utilizes various physical security tools and systems, including access control, intrusion alarm, and CCTV systems. They conduct day-to-day operational support of different security infrastructures at REI locations. They are the primary facilitators of REI's emergency procedures and will take a leadership role in managing and partnering with the appropriate parties through such situations. They promote a safe workplace which includes but is not limited to : conducting trailer / container checks, facility / property patrols, equipment checks and other security related tasks. They are proactive problem solvers either directly or through facilitation and engagement of internal customers as appropriate. Models and acts in accordance with REI's guiding values and mission.

Your planning & navigating requirements (the plans the job is responsible for creating and executing, and how the job ensures they are implemented) :

• Monitors, maintains, and responds to alarms within the camera, access control and alarm systems and collaborates with the appropriate internal and external partners to resolve the situation.
• Responds to both emergency and non-emergency situations, provides security support, and helps to coordinate the response of other internal and external teams.
• Documents and reports information to the appropriate internal and external partner in accordance with company and department policies and procedures.
• Logs in all visitors, contractors and vendors and issue badges as required.
• Inspect and check in and out trailers and containers.
• Enforces access control ID badge policy by monitoring employee use. Issues temporary and day-use badges and removes / grants access for lost / misplaced access control ID badges per company policy.
• Operate a hand-held radio, cell phone or other communication devices as needed.
• Makes regular and consistent patrols in and around the REI location, checking for unsafe conditions, hazards, security violations, and unauthorized persons.
• Maintain proficiency in emergency response procedures.
• Serve as a leader in emergency situations, participate in site emergency response team, coordinate evacuations and accounting for employees.
• 24 / 7 operations allow for flexible work schedule, but may require working nights, weekends and holidays. Regular attendance and punctuality is required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Shift Available : 1st shift - 0600 - 1630 Friday - Monday

At REI, we believe the outdoors is for all. We are committed to becoming a fully inclusive, anti-racist, multicultural organization. We know that there's strength in our diversity that each employee brings unique skills, experiences, and perspectives. Every day you are driving change, fostering a culture of respect, and knowing you're backed by benefits that support your whole life.

We are committed to practices that promote pay equity and transparency. As required by applicable Pay Transparency laws, REI provides a range of compensation for roles that may be hired in locations under these requirements. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include a wide array of factors, including : your specific skills and experience, geographic location or other relevant factors. REI offers all regular employees a generous employee discount, access to health benefits, a retirement savings plan and accrued time off. Click here for a detailed overview of benefits plans by employee profile.

Pay Range $20.38 - $28.56 per hour