Protection Specialist (2nd Shift)

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World Wide Technology

World Wide Technology

Protection Specialist (2nd Shift)

Edwardsville, IL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Why WWT?

    At World Wide Technology, we work together to make a new world happen. Our important work benefits our clients and partners as much as it does our people and communities across the globe. WWT is dedicated to achieving its mission of creating a profitable growth company that is also a Great Place to Work for All. We achieve this through our world-class culture, generous benefits and by delivering cutting-edge technology solutions for our clients.

    Founded in 1990, World Wide Technology (WWT) is a global technology solutions provider leading the AI and Digital Revolution. With more than $20 billion in annual revenue, WWT combines the power of strategy, execution and partnership to accelerate digital transformational outcomes for large public and private organizations. Through its Advanced Technology Center, a collaborative ecosystem of the world's most advanced hardware and software solutions, WWT helps clients and partners conceptualize, test and validate innovative technology solutions for the best business outcomes and then deploys them at scale through its global warehousing, distribution and integration capabilities.

    With over 10,000 employees and more than 55 locations around the world, WWT's culture, built on a set of core values and established leadership philosophies, has been recognized 13 years in a row by Fortune and Great Place to Work® for its unique blend of determination, innovation and creating a great place to work for all. With this culture at its foundation, WWT bridges the gap between business and technology to make a new world happen for its customers, partners and communities.

    Want to work with highly motivated individuals on high-performance teams? Join WWT today!

    What will you be doing?

    It is the primary function of a Protection Specialist to protect WWT personnel, property and information in a manner that aligns with WWT's culture. Protection specialist shall be state licensed armed security officers and will have the authority and obligation to detain and arrest subjects they observe commit crimes that pose a persistent threat to WWT people, property or information. Protection Specialist must be able to complete all initial and continuing education training, both state and WWT imposed. Protection Specialist must possess the qualifications and skills to navigate all levels of conflict and apply the WWT use of force policy when necessary, while reacting to security incidents.

    Responsibilities:

    • Ability to gather and assess information while exercising sound judgement, logic, and reasoning in performance of their duties
    • Ability to operate effectively under potentially strenuous circumstances
    • Act as a deterrent and respond to extreme acts of violence and threats while adhering to the WWT use of force policy
    • Demonstrated ability or experience to adapt to rapidly changing environments while maintaining a level of situational awareness
    • Identify, track, and mitigate threats and vulnerabilities via various means
    • Enforces security policies and support the WWT security team mission
    • Provide excellent customer service
    • Incident response and report writing

    Qualifications:

    • A minimum of 3-5 years' progressive experience in a related field
    • Acquire all applicable state required Armed Security Licenses within the first 90 days of employment
    • Ability to complete all internal WWT training requirements within the first 90 days of employment.
    • Ability to quickly assess critical situations, utilize problem solving skills, and apply a high level of attention to customer satisfaction
    • o Conflict De-escalation and control tactics
    • Highly proficient in official report writing
    • A favorable determination from a third party psychological evaluation is required

    Certain states and localities require employers to post a reasonable estimate of salary range. A reasonable estimate of the current base salary range for this position is $45,600 to $57,000 (hourly position). Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including certain shifts, location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ. Certain positions may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation, such as bonuses or commissions, that is not included in the base salary.

    Want to learn more about WWT? Check us out here: https://www.wwt.com/about

    The well-being of WWT employees is essential. So, when it comes to our benefits package, WWT has one of the best. We offer the following benefits to all full-time employees:

    • Health and Wellbeing: Combined Health Insurance (Dental and Vision), Employee Assistance Program, Wellness program
    • Financial Benefits: Competitive pay, Profit Sharing, Life and Disability Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement
    • Paid Time Off: PTO & Holidays, Parental Leave, Sick Leave, Bereavement
    • Additional Perks: Employee Assistance Program, Employee Discount Program and more!

    We strive to create an environment where all employees are empowered to succeed based on their skills, performance, and dedication. Our goal is to cultivate a culture of belonging that encourages innovation, collaboration, and respect for all team members, ensuring that WWT remains a great place to work for All!

    Equal Opportunity Employer

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  • Industry
    Information Technology and Services
  • About Us

    Founded in 1990, World Wide Technology (WWT), a global technology solutions provider with $17 billion in annual revenue, combines the power of strategy, execution and partnership to accelerate digital transformational outcomes for large public and private organizations around the world.

    With nearly 9,000 employees and more than 55 locations around the world, WWT's culture, built on a set of core values and established leadership philosophies, has been recognized 11 years in a row by Fortune and Great Place to Work®️ for its unique blend of determination, innovation and leadership focus on diversity and inclusion.