Job Description

: We are looking for someone who is located in the Virigina or West Virgina region. This role will be hybrid (in office or in field).

Coordinate activities related to the investigation of theft, vandalism, threats, and related security matters in assigned region. Ensure that security measures and equipment are properly installed in all locations and that security practices are communicated to applicable employees, contractors, and outside law enforcement officials.

Essential Job Functions are listed below:

• Recommend appropriate security personnel levels /equipment and that the appropriate security measures are in place in Company facilities.
• Act as liaison with Federal, State, and local law enforcement and investigation agencies in the assigned Region on vulnerability assessments, security needs, etc.
• Develop and coordinate all facets of physical security including equipment, procedures and methods pertaining to the protection of personnel and facilities.
• Direct and coordinate investigations with appropriate company personnel, contractors, and local law enforcement officials as appropriate.
• Develop and maintain a good working relationship with internal employees, contractors, and local law enforcement agencies.
• Coordinate and assist in the development, communication and training on security policies, methods, and procedures as necessary.
• Keep abreast of company, local and national security issues and apply any necessary changes associated with any changing conditions as appropriate.

Requirements Basic Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree OR associate degree and three years\xe2\x80\x99 experience OR High School and 10 years\xe2\x80\x99 experience.

Experience:

• Minimum of three years\xe2\x80\x99 experience in one of the following: Sworn Paid Law enforcement employee at the local, state, or federal level; active-duty military; corporate security or related field. (In addition to experience listed above).

Other Requirements: * Working knowledge of investigative techniques and criminal procedure.

• Working knowledge of risk assessments.
• Guard force management experience.
• Responsible for Physical Security of a large geographic area including urban and rural facilities.
• Overnight travel up to 40% of the time may be required.
• Experience in training delivery is preferred. The successful candidate will be required to deliver the training through a learning management system or through face-to-face instruction.
• Former or Active Full time paid Sworn Law Enforcement employee at the local, state, or federal level highly preferred.
• Person must live in AEP\xe2\x80\x99s service territory.

American Electric Power