Security Officer Alt Staff

American Century Investments • Kansas City, MO

23h • Onsite

About The Position

Our Firm American Century Investments® is a leading global asset manager with over 65 years of experience helping a broad base of clients achieve their financial goals. Our expertise spans global equities and fixed income, multi-asset strategies, ETFs, and private investments. Privately controlled and independent, we focus solely on investment management. But there’s an unexpected side to us, too. We direct 40% of our dividends every year—over $2 billion since 2000—to the Stowers Institute for Medical Research. Our ongoing financial support drives the Institute’s breakthrough work and mission of defeating life-threatening diseases like cancer and Alzheimer’s. So, the better we do for our clients, the more we can do for everyone. All 1,400 of us across the globe are inspired every day by the unique difference our hard work can make in so many lives. It shows in the curiosity we bring to every initiative, the deep relationships we build with our clients, and the way we treat each other in the hallway. If you’re excited to learn more about us, we can’t wait to learn more about you. Role Summary Security Officer's primary responsibility is to protect people, property and information belonging to the company while handling the client needs. Protect company properties, employees, and assets by patrolling buildings and grounds. Provide protective escorts as needed or upon request. Provide traffic control and parking enforcement. Investigate safety and security incidents when assigned. Complete incident reports and other required documents as needed. Monitor security video surveillance systems, access control systems and other related alarm, security or fire safety equipment. Respond according to departmental procedures. Respond to safety and security calls in accordance to departmental procedures. Monitor compliance of safety and security regulations as outlined by OSHA, State and Federal regulations. This role reports to Assistant Director, Security. This onsite position will be based out of our Kansas City, Missouri office. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship, now or in the future.

Requirements

• Must have good interpersonal skills. A friendly personality is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Ability to read a computer screen, operate a computer terminal, various electronic security equipment, two way radio system, and telephone.
• Be able to type a minimum of 35-40 words a minute.
• Ability to work with various types of safety and security equipment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in written form.
• Experience with various computer software programs, with the ability to quickly understand and operate new software programs.
• Ability to handle confidential information in a sensitive manner.
• Ability to react calmly in emergency and dangerous situations.
• Ability to deal with uncooperative or combative individuals.
• Ability to be flexible and work in a continuously changing environment.
• Ability to obtain a CPR and First Aid certification.
• Ability to work varied shifts and overtime as required
• One year security or equivalent experience required, preferably in a corporate or client-related field.
• At least 21 years of age required.
• A current Kansas City, Missouri Police Department Private Officer’s Commission license or qualified to obtain appropriate KCPD license.
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certifications.
• High School diploma required and 2 years of college preferred.
• Proven excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic understanding of access control, video surveillance, firefighting equipment and first aid equipment required.
• Demonstrates the American Century Investments Winning Behaviors: Client Focused, Courageous and Accountable, Collaborative, Curious and Adaptable, Competitively Driven.

Responsibilities

• Protect company properties, employees, and assets by patrolling buildings and grounds.
• Provide protective escorts as needed or upon request.
• Provide traffic control and parking enforcement.
• Investigate safety and security incidents when assigned.
• Complete incident reports and other required documents as needed.
• Monitor security video surveillance systems, access control systems and other related alarm, security or fire safety equipment.
• Respond according to departmental procedures.
• Respond to safety and security calls in accordance to departmental procedures.
• Monitor compliance of safety and security regulations as outlined by OSHA, State and Federal regulations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED