The Company: GIA is the world’s foremost authority in gemology. GIA is a global organization with headquarters located in Carlsbad, CA. GIA in Carlsbad boasts a 17-acre ocean view campus that accommodates approximately 800 of its 3,400 total employees worldwide. It offers many competitive health and commuter benefits that promote the well-being of its employees as well as that of the environment.

The Location: This position is located in Carlsbad, California at our corporate headquarters.

What to expect:

• We offer competitive medical, dental, vision and matching 401-K plans

• Paid vacation, sick and holidays, tuition assistance, commuter benefits

The Environment:

• On-site cafe - affordable custom breakfast and lunch meals and Starbucks drinks!

• Economic friendly services - electric vehicle charging stations on-site

• Ergonomic assessments offered on-site and virtually

JOB OVERVIEW

Ensures a secure and safe environment for GIA personnel, students and the public, by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Represents GIA as a professional security representative to employees, students, and visitors.

Monitors and ensures that CCTV equipment is operational.

Operates security console and/or access control equipment.

Patrols the Institute grounds while providing a visible presence.

Aids in parking enforcement.

Directs and/or escorts visitors and vendors as needed.

Assists in special tours of the Institute.

Submits written reports to Security Supervisor on observations regarding security, maintenance or safety issues.

Responds to alarms as directed.

Provides GIA Education Department with additional security or safety issues.

Assists in evacuation and crowd control in the event of an emergency.

Responds to emergency situations on campus; administers first-aid as required.

Operates emergency equipment as needed.

Locates and operates emergency shut-off systems as needed.

Communicates effectively, gets along with coworkers and management, and deals with others effectively and professionally under pressure.

Other duties as assigned.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)

Intermediate to advanced level computer skills, including experience with current Microsoft applications (Outlook, Word, etc.)

Ability to adapt to new software programs and technology.

Ability to write or type clear and concise reports.

Prior security console and/or access control use preferred.

Prior related security experience preferred.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must have at time of hire and renew, as appropriate:

• California Guard card

• Current California driver license

Must obtain after hire and renew, as appropriate:

• First Aid certification card

• Cardio-Pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification card

• Automated External Defibrillation (AED) certification card

Pay Range:

$21.00 -$22.00 per hour

Disclaimer: This job description indicates in general terms, the type and level of work performed as well as the typical responsibilities of employees in this classification and it may be changed by management at any time. Other duties may also apply. Nothing in this job description changes the at-will employment relationship existing between the Company and its employees.