LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER

Off-Duty Security Officer

Shift: 11:30 a.m.–11:30 p.m., seven days a week, including holidays

We are seeking APOST-certified police officers for off-duty security work at a major retailer in Western - Jefferson County, Alabama. Officers will maintain a visible presence to deter criminal activity and help keep customers and store associates safe.

The officer will be stationed in a patrol car outside the store and must conduct foot patrols inside the store at least once every hour. This position works alongside the retailer's existing on-site security guards and store associates.

Requirements:

• Current APOST certification
• Current employment with a law enforcement agency in Alabama
• Written permission from your agency to work off duty
• Ability to maintain a visible presence throughout the shift

Officers may use their department patrol car if authorized by their agency. A patrol car will be provided if department vehicle use is not permitted.

Pay starts at $35 per hour and may reach $45 per hour, depending on experience, days worked, and whether the officer uses a department patrol car or a provided vehicle.

Position Summary:

As a Signal Off-Duty Law Enforcement Officer, you are operating as a law enforcement officer representing your agency or department. This position requires a high degree of attention to detail and awareness, as you will conduct foot and vehicle-based patrols in and outside of facilities to protect the physical well-being of suspects, customers, associates. This position also requires the protection of facility property, access points are properly secured and all areas of the facility are safe from any hazards. All duties listed below are minimum requirements – additional duties listed in the site's Post Orders are requirements as well.

Soft Skills:

• Visioning: Understanding the big picture and requirements necessary to deliver services that reflect company values, goals, and purpose. Can you exhibit our core values, creating peace of mind for our clients?
• Strategic Planning: Effective engagement, communication, planning, and execution of daily security responsibilities while meeting established deadlines. Can you accurately execute security checks based on the needs of the post requirements?
• Financial Acumen: Understanding company measurements while executing the necessary behaviors to drive performance. Can you perform your duties to meet expectations and company benchmarks?
• Team Development: Communicate with managers from all levels, clients, and team members effectively and in a timely manner; receiving and relaying feedback and executing follow-up as needed. Can you work cohesively with a team, delivering on key objectives?
• Project Management: Complete understanding and execution of daily tasks and efficiently delivering services that meet the needs of the business. Can you complete your daily assigned tasks and communicate the maintenance needs of company assets?

Responsibilities:

• Report all observed security and safety-related incidents to facility management
• Assist facility management in providing a safe and secure environment for customers and associates
• Assist facility management in conducting criminal trespasses
• Detect and report suspected criminal activity to facility management
• Assist facility management in retaining physical evidence and internal documents for prosecution
• Observe and report unusual customer and associate behavior to facility management
• Observe and report potentially hazardous conditions to facility management immediately
• Write detailed, accurate, and timely reports during each shift that serves Walmart's needs and concerns
• Assist facility management in the protection, preservation, and retention of evidence and documentation
• If trained and certified/qualified, provide first aid to an injured customer or Walmart associate
• Give any found merchandise or money to facility management
• Interacting with internal and external personnel on-site and promptly reporting any client-related information to the local market facility manager or asset protection manager
• Responsible for the care of any Signal equipment assigned during shift including radios, access keys/cards, devices, etc.
• Conduct daily activities while meeting key benchmarks and expectations set by the Walmart leadership team such as reporting standards and service quality.

Requirements:

• 18 years of age or older
• High school diploma or GED
• Sworn, uniformed law enforcement officer
• Pass background check and drug test
• Must have reliable transportation
• Complete training modules within the first month
• Excellent organization, oral, and written communication skills
• Demonstrate a commitment to service, organization values, and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times
• Must be able to move equipment weighing up to 20 pounds

Signal is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.