Armed Response Officer

SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND REQUIREMENTS

JOB TITLE: Armed Response Officer Trainee
REQUISITION ID: NUC00EU
DEPARTMENT: Security
LOCATION: Wolf Creek - Burlington, KS
PAY RATE:
TITLE TIME WAGE
ARO IV 1 Year 35.61
ARO III 1 year 29.13
ARO II 1 year 25.00
ARO I 90 days 23.74

POSITION SUMMARY:
An Armed Response Officer's primary duties are to protect the health and safety of the public by providing a physical presence to respond to threats, protect against acts of radiological sabotage, and to prevent the theft of special nuclear material.
* Function as an armed uniformed member of the Security force trained in plant security procedures and capable of providing protection for the plant and the special nuclear material.
* Respond to emergencies and drill exercises with assertiveness and awareness for effective crisis control.
* Be aware of the continual update of security and plant procedures.
* Work a rotating shift schedule.
* Develop knowledge, skills and ability to perform access control tasks through the utilization of access control devices. These devices would include but are not limited to: passive and active barriers, x-ray, explosive and metal detectors, ACADs and mechanical keys.
* Perform patrol duties including alarm responses within the Owner Controlled Area, Protected Area, and Vital Areas of the plant. Performing roving and fixed firewatch duties to prevent, detect the spread of fire.
* Perform other duties as assigned by supervision.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
* Must possess a valid U.S. driver's license, be at least 21 years of age and possess a high school diploma or GED.
* Preferred that the candidate possess a minimum of 2 years experience in the U.S. Military with an Honorable Discharge, Law Enforcement, Nuclear Security, Private Armed Security or have completed an accredited Law Enforcement training academy.

COGNITIVE SKILLS (language, mathematics, reasoning):
* This position requires the ability to: read and interpret documents such as procedures, safety rules, pre-job briefs and radiation work permits (RWPs); write reports and to effectively present information and respond to questions from management; respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies or members of other departments.
* This position requires the ability to: add and subtract numbers and to multiply and divide with 10s and 100s; perform these operations using units of weight, measurement, volume and distance.
* This position requires the ability to: solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
* This position requires the ability to meet the employment suitability requirements under 10CFR Part 73. Appendix B, the Security Training and Qualification Plan and Access Screening programs.
* Must be able to successfully pass all qualification/requalification written and practical examinations associated with security, unescorted access, and radiological training.
* Must be able to demonstrate the ability to retain knowledge, skills and abilities associated with assigned task activities.
* Must be able to pass all aspects of a medical physical and the physical exercise program test. The candidate must pass respirator training and fit/qualifications screening.
* Must be able to work a rotating shift schedule, remain enthusiastic and alert on night shift and during inclement weather conditions and have appropriate responsiveness under emergency conditions and high mental awareness under conditions leading to boredom.
* Must have satisfactory work record, including good attendance.
* Must have the ability to work extended shift hours as required.

Note: This is a bargaining unit position.
BOTH BARGAINING UNIT AND NON-BARGAINING UNIT EMPLOYEES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

Evergy has a clear mission - To empower a better future. Evergy chooses to live this mission by valuing People First. We know that to lead the responsible energy transition and provide affordable, reliable, and sustainable service to our customers and communities, we need a team with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. We are committed to building a team where everyone - regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status - has a voice and can bring their best every day. Evergy is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

Disclaimer: The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.