Security Officer Alt Staff
Kansas City, KS - USA
Job Summary
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 theres an unexpected side to us too. We direct 40% of our dividends every yearover $2 billion since 2000to the Stowers Institute for Medical Research. Our ongoing financial support drives the Institutes breakthrough work and mission of defeating life-threatening diseases like cancer and Alzheimers. So the better we do for our clients the more we can do for everyone.
All 1400 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 youre excited to learn more about us we cant wait to learn more about you.
Role Summary
Security Officers 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.
How You Will Make an Impact
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
What You Bring to the Team (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 Officers 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.
Working Conditions:
Exposure to elements and extreme temperatures may occur while patrolling building and grounds.
Standing sitting and walking for long periods of time.
Essential functions assessment
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities duties and skills required.
Additional Requirements
Employees are required to be in the office on a scheduled frequency. Adherence to this schedule is essential to fulfilling the expectations of the role.
American Century Investments is committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable Equal Employment Opportunity laws and regulations. As such American Century strives to provide a reasonable accommodation to any qualified individual under the ADA to perform essential job functions.
We encourage people of all backgrounds to join us on our mission. If you require reasonable accommodation for any aspect of the recruitment process please send a request to All requests for accommodation will be addressed as confidentially as practicable.
American Century Investments believes all individuals are entitled to equal employment opportunity and advancement opportunities without regard to race religious creed color sex national origin ancestry physical disability mental disability medical condition genetic information marital status gender gender identity gender expression age for individuals forty years of age and older military and veteran status sexual orientation and any other basis protected by applicable federal state and local laws. ACI does not discriminate or adopt any policy that discriminates against an individual or any group of individuals on any of these bases.
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About Company
American Century Investments is a leading asset manager focused on delivering investment results and building long-term relationships while supporting research that can improve human health and save lives. Since our founding in 1958, American Century Investments believes that we succ ... View more