Job Information
National Renewable Energy Laboratory Protective Force Shift Supervisor in Golden, Colorado
Posting Title
Protective Force Shift Supervisor
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Location
CO - Golden
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Position Type
Regular
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Hours Per Week
40
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Working at NREL
The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), located at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Golden, Colorado is the nation's primary laboratory for research and development of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies.
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Job Description
A Protective Force Officer (PFO) is the most visible contributor within the NREL Community to detecting, deterring, and denying threats and hazards in support of a safe and supportive work environment. This position is located within the NREL Office Laboratory Protection (LP) Operations group. NREL is a free-flow campus with staff and visitors regularly checking in at our gates and buildings. Though non-armed, PFOs utilize de-escalation tactics to mitigate threats and ensure safety. PFOs respond to emergencies and incidents, and using a customer service approach, see them through to recovery and reconstitution of normal operations. PFOs are an integral part of the NREL campus providing security and emergency preparedness protection services in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, Department of Energy (DOE) Orders, and contractual requirements.
This Protective Force Shift Supervisor will oversee and guide our team of dedicated PFOs in managing incident response across diverse scenarios. This pivotal role involves not just leadership but also mentoring, operational command, and fostering a workplace culture defined by integrity and exemplary leadership.
This opening is for Shift 3 (1500-2330) .
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership and Guidance : Provide comprehensive leadership to Protective Force Officers (PFOs) covering training, coaching, performance management, conflict resolution, scheduling, and fostering a culture of recognition and open communication.
Positive Work Environment : Cultivate a positive work atmosphere rooted in professionalism, respect, and transparent communication within the team.
Relationship Management : Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with staff, management, visitors, and partners.
Security Oversight : Oversee day-to-day security operations, emergency preparedness, and rapid, professional incident responses.
Accurate Reporting : Generate precise incident and shift reports, ensuring meticulous documentation.
Collaboration and Evaluation : Collaborate with various departments, actively participate in performance testing, exercises, and drills, contributing to ongoing operational document review and enhancement.
Patrols and Policy Adherence : Conduct thorough vehicle and foot patrols, monitor security systems, and ensure compliance with NREL policies and procedures.
Emergency Response Proficiency : Utilize the Emergency Notification System (ENS) adeptly for efficient internal and external responses.
Alignment with Company Goals : Understand broader company goals and align team efforts to meaningfully contribute to organizational objectives.
Proactive Problem-solving : Address issues before they escalate, proposing strategies aligned with the company's vision for enhanced performance.
Stakeholder Trust Building : Establish trust and credibility with stakeholders through consistent, reliable results, and demonstrated integrity.
Team Representation : Act as a conduit, transparently conveying team concerns, ideas, and feedback to higher management.
Operational Leadership : Lead operational activities, ensuring security requirements and manpower utilization align with protection and emergency management strategies.
Facility Protection and Resolution : Provide protection for DOE facilities, personnel, contractors, and visitors, resolving operational issues with NREL staff.
Equipment and Training : Ensure personnel have necessary equipment as per operational orders, implement operational procedures, and conduct necessary training for job proficiency, securing NREL and DOE assets.
System Proficiency : Maintain proficiency in operating all CMS systems and promptly report any system outages or issues for resolution.
Authority and Planning : Address safety concerns, report security violations, plan, coordinate, and schedule overtime and appointments.
Supervision and Attendance : Supervise daily operations, ensuring PF personnel attend required training, appointments, and operational commitments affecting the schedule.
Special Project Support : Attend meetings for special projects needing operational and ProFor assistance.
Accountability for Safety Legacy : Be accountable to NREL staff for setting safety standards, providing resources for assigned work, and fostering a safe work environment.
Should an offer be made, employment is contingent upon:
Medical evaluation and certification, as well as behavioral health screen, in accordance with the requirements of 10 CFR Part 1046
Pre-employment (background investigation, which may include Social Security trace, Sex Offender, Federal & State Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Record, Education Verification, and drug screen).
Ability to obtain a credential in accordance with the requirements of Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12, including an additional National Agency Checks with Indices background investigation and fingerprinting
Proof of a valid and current operator's license for a motor vehicle
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Basic Qualifications
Previous supervisory experience may be required. Certification and/or degree in specified field is required. Knowledge of legal and ethical management issues and practices. Strong understanding of applicable field of expertise. Strong task management and budgeting skills. Good interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, problem-solving and negotiation skills. Demonstrated ability to make appropriate decisions regarding day-to-day work activities. Promotes and models ethical and professional interpersonal and business behaviors. Demonstrated ability to effectively lead, motivate and direct personnel with diverse skills, work styles and values.
* Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date.
Additional Required Qualifications
The successful candidate must pass a preemployment background check and physical, including behavioral health.
Applicants must provide proof of a valid and current license to operate a motor vehicle. Strong working, knowledge of effective leadership practices and ability to apply them to everyday situations.
Prior experience in a security-related field such as criminal justice, military, homeland security, corrections, security, EMS, or behavioral health.
Knowledge of legal and ethical management issues and practices.
Prior supervisory experience (strongly preferred, not required).
Ability to effectively train, lead, motivate, and appreciate personnel with diverse skills, work styles and values.
Ability to use a variety of workplace technology.
Strong understanding of security field of expertise.
Strong task management and budgeting skills.
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication, problem-solving and negotiation skills.
Ability to make appropriate decisions regarding day-to-day work activities.
Promote and model ethical and professional interpersonal and business behaviors.
Preferred Qualifications
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Job Application Submission Window
The anticipated closing window for application submission is up to 30 days and may be extended as needed.
Annual Salary Range (based on full-time 40 hours per week)
Job Profile: Manager I / Annual Salary Range: $73,200 - $120,800
NREL takes into consideration a candidate’s education, training, and experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, a potential new employee’s salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.
Benefits Summary
Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; pension benefits; 403(b) Employee Savings Plan with employer match; life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance; personal time off (PTO) and sick leave; paid holidays; and tuition reimbursement. NREL employees may be eligible for, but are not guaranteed, performance-, merit-, and achievement- based awards that include a monetary component. Some positions may be eligible for relocation expense reimbursement. Limited-term positions are not eligible for long-term disability or tuition reimbursement.
* Based on eligibility rules
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If you are offered employment at NREL, you must pass a pre-employment drug test prior to commencing employment. Unless prohibited by state or local law, the pre-employment drug test will include marijuana. If you test positive on the pre-employment drug test, your offer of employment may be withdrawn.
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Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at NREL you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.
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The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) is a leader in the U.S. Department of Energy’s effort to secure an environmentally and economically sustainable energy future. With locations in Golden and Boulder, Colorado, and a satellite office in Washington, D.C., NREL is the primary laboratory for research, development, and deployment of renewable energy technologies in the United States.
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Drug Free Workplace
NREL is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace in accordance with the federal Drug-Free Workplace Act and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug.
If you are offered employment at NREL, you must pass a pre-employment drug test prior to commencing employment. Unless prohibited by state or local law, the pre-employment drug test will include marijuana. If you test positive on the pre-employment drug test, your offer of employment may be withdrawn.
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