Specialist, Security

Summary

Spire is seeking a Security Specialist to work in the Missouri operation. This position will be responsible for maintaining specialized security systems and aiding in the development and implementation of successful security strategies.

Company Overview

At Spire, we believe energy exists to help people. To enrich their lives, grow their businesses, advance their communities. It’s a simple idea, but one that’s at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to understanding the needs of the homes and businesses we serve. That's why we're always looking for driven, collaborative people to join our team. Because we believe that offering our customers the best service means bringing together the best people.

And we find the best by hiring those who share our values of drive, safety, inclusion and integrity, and demonstrate our four essential behaviors that bring the Spire vision, mission and culture to life:

• We make it happen: We are a company of go-getters, acting on every opportunity to help our company advance.
• We collaborate: We put teamwork first, bringing in everyone’s ideas, because our collective energy makes us stronger.
• We seek out perspective: We challenge ourselves to be open to different ways of doing things, because learning from each other leads to breakthroughs.
• We care: We treat people how we want to be treated, listening closely and doing what’s right, even when it’s hard.

By living our values and behaviors every day, we strive to create an environment where every employee feels welcome, respected and valued.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage contract security guards at facilities who patrol, respond to emergencies, and other planned and unplanned events, as well as security operations center functions, plans and policies.
• Conduct investigations.
• Ability to lead the field worker safety and security program and security committee/task force meetings.
• Work with Director of Security and others across the organization to develop security standards, policies and practices and training to make continual improvements and increase the effectiveness of the security program.
• Assist in the development tactical plans for the protection of personnel and facilities consistent with corporate initiatives and deployed within the region’s budgets and priorities.
• Manage the access control system and partner with business units to identify safety and security deficiencies and develop customized policies and procedures to gain compliance with regulations internal and external to Spire.
• Conduct annual facility inspections and assessments and formulate security strategies consistent with company and industry standards.
• Maintain budget and project plans accordingly.
• Complete weekly, quarterly, and yearly reports and audits of incidents and identify and report on trends both internally and crime within the communities we serve.
• Liaison with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies throughout the region and assist with investigations and testimony as needed.
• All other duties as assigned to include executive protection and security details.

Essential Characteristics and Competencies

• Ability to demonstrate the core and job category competencies: customer-focused, results-driven, teamwork, communications, adaptability, initiative, problem solving and quality.
• Ability to lead by example in support of the company’s essential characteristics and values: strong ethics and integrity, dedication to a safe work environment, commitment to a diverse workforce that recognizes and respects every individual’s unique skill and perspective.
• Ability to adapt in a fast-moving and changing culture.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and establish rapport with a diverse array of people.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively to meet individual goals and deadlines.
• Ability to work as part of a team and display a positive attitude for this dynamic environment.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Yes, Will supervise external contractors and contracted security officers.

Required Education (certifications, licenses)

• High School Diploma or GED, required.
• Certification with the Corporate Security Advisor program with Peace Officers Standards and Training from Missouri Department of Public Safety, preferred. 
• Valid driver’s license, required.
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice, preferred. 

Required knowledge, skill and abilities

• 10+ years of experience in law enforcement, required.
• Strong investigative background and experience, required.
• Experience with standard software applications for communications, productivity, and presentations.
• Experience with security technologies including CCTV, Access Control, GPS, and Incident Management Systems.
• Ability to conduct investigations with strong written and verbal communication and critical thinking skills.
• Requires collaboration with other business units within the company and monitoring security vendor performance and leads physical security programs for locations throughout Spire operations in Missouri.
• Conducts investigations of physical breaches, criminal activity at facilities, and assists Human Resources, Safety and Facilities Management with internal investigations and any investigation involving the safety and security of employees.
• Develops security strategies for employee safety and security in an everchanging environment.

Physical demands, environment and schedule

• Primarily normal office conditions with visits to facilities and construction sites or unfinished office space, as needed.
• Hours vary by business need; on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to respond as necessary to all security needs.
• Ability to perform physical activity in high stress situations.
• Extended hours and travel may be required.

Posting Requirements

Spire accepts online applications through our career site at jobs.spireenergy.com.

Posting requirements: The above posting description is intended to describe the general nature of the level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Spire, Inc., and its subsidiaries are Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity employer. 

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all areas, including but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, selection, training, education, compensation, benefits, promotion, job transfer, upgrading, separation and recall regardless of the individual’s race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, and/or other protected categories under all Federal, State, and local laws. For more information, please view our Integrity and Inclusion pages of our career site.