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Position Summary...
What you'll do... Role summary: The Specialist, Physical Security, plays a critical role in developing and implementing security protocols, programs, and training to ensure compliance with corporate standards and regulatory requirements. This position provides tactical responses to emergency situations, manages threat assessments, and supports investigations related to security incidents. The role involves collaboration with internal and external partners to maintain a safe environment, overseeing security systems, and ensuring adherence to safety regulations. The Specialist contributes to continuous improvement efforts by identifying risks and recommending solutions, while upholding integrity and fostering a secure workplace aligned with company values. About the team: The Physical Security team designs and implements security strategies to protect retail pharmacy and optical operations. They prioritize the safety of associates and customers while ensuring business continuity and regulatory compliance. This team oversees Health & Wellness security operations and works closely with Threat Management to respond swiftly to incidents and emergencies. Dedicated to maintaining robust security processes, they create a safe environment aligned with Walmart’s standards. Their commitment to safety, compliance, and ongoing improvement is essential in safeguarding people and assets across all locations. What you'll do: • Support development and implementation of security protocols, programs, and training to enhance safety and compliance. • Respond to emergency situations by initiating incident command and providing tactical security responses. • Implement and monitor security systems including alarm, intrusion detection, and threat management strategies. • Investigate reported threats, policy violations, and security breaches, ensuring timely mitigation and reporting. • Assess visitor threat levels and assist with escorting critical information and merchandise securely. • Ensure compliance with regulatory and corporate policies, addressing violations and implementing corrective actions. • Collaborate with internal and external partners to promote a safe working environment and provide emergency response support. What you'll bring: • Proven experience in physical security operations, including emergency and incident response. • Strong knowledge of crisis management and threat management protocols. • Ability to implement and improve security systems, procedures, and training programs. • Skilled in responding to life safety events such as active shooter, fire, and severe weather incidents. • Experience ensuring compliance with corporate security policies and regulatory requirements. • Effective collaboration with internal teams and external agencies to maintain a safe environment. • Commitment to integrity, ethical conduct, and continuous improvement in security practices.
At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices. Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms. For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.
The hourly wage range for this position is $21.00 - $40.00*
*The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation in the form of premiums may be paid in amounts ranging from $0.35 per hour to $3.00 per hour in specific circumstances. Premiums may be based on schedule, facility, season, or specific work performed. Multiple premiums may apply if applicable criteria are met.ㅤ
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Minimum Qualifications... Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.
Minimum Qualifications: Will complete and pass all core components of the Physical Security Specialist Training Academy within 90 days of job entry date and will maintain them while employed in this position. 1 year experience in security, law enforcement, military, emergency services or related field.
Preferred Qualifications... Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.
Corporate Security, Emergency Operations, Law Enforcement
Bachelors: Criminal Justice, Bachelors: Emergency Management, Bachelors: Sociology
CPR/BCLS - Certification Primary Location...
3176 N DRURY LN, SPRINGFIELD, MO 65802-0902, United States of America
Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.