Security Dispatcher (Graveyard Shift)

Pay rate: $20.00 per hour

(Additional $1.00 per hour for hours worked between 7:00pm and 11:59pm. Additional $2.00 per hour for hours worked between 12:00am-4:59am)

The employee will monitor and communicate safety, facilities, and property incidents. Emergency and non-emergency calls will be prioritized and communicated internally and externally with management, security personnel, law enforcement, and contractors. This is a full-time position used to fill in for varying shifts, days off, and required overtime.

Essential Functions

• Answer emergency and non-emergency phone calls
• Monitor security cameras
• Troubleshoot access control, alarm, and Camera Software to resolve software problems
• Monitor alarm system and dispatch accordingly
• Monitor access control systems and imprint access control cards
• Keep records, write reports, perform data entry

Additional Functions

• Complete any assignment or duty as designated by Corporate Security Manager.
• All persons employed or associated with Foster Farms are responsible for the quality and food safety of company products.
• Security Officers are primarily responsible for ensuring that all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) are followed on a consistent basis by regular bag inspections of all employees entering the plant.
• Write dispatch job specific procedures and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) in coordination with Management.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Strongly prefer experience in law enforcement, security or military police
• Ability to work flexible shifts, days, weekends, holidays, overtime (as needed)
• Understanding of a variety of security and safety devices and controls as well as knowledge of security operations and procedures
• Current Guard Card is preferred
• Able to read and write proficiently in English.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Ability to make decisions under pressure.
• Assess situations and exercise sound judgment
• Memorize and recall data with the ability to multi-task
• Must be proficient in Computers; typing, Microsoft Windows/Office (Excel, Word, and Power Point)
• Ability to accept direction and responsibility
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be able to meet and continue to meet any applicable state, county, and municipal licensing requirements for Alarm Operators or Dispatchers
• Must be able to meet and continue to meet requirements for specific skills, certifications, or authorizations specified for the assignee site
• Ability to learn quickly and carry out instructions furnishing in written, oral, or diagrammed form
• Ability to track and maintain schedule assignments including the issuing of breaks and lunches
• Ability to maintain professional composure when dealing with unusual circumstances
• Ability to adapt to various sites and changes in post procedures, as well as changes in the external environment and organizations
• Ability to write routine correspondences, including logs and reports
• Strong customer service and results orientation
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to interface effectively with clients, at various social levels and across diverse cultures

Foster Farms ACTION Guiding Principles

• Accountability: Deliver on commitments.
• Collaboration: Achieve more by working as a team.
• Truth-Seeking: Be open-minded and act with humility.
• Initiative: Be proactive and lead with a growth mindset.
• Ownership: Take responsibility for results.
• Nimble: Operate with speed and agility.

Why Join Foster Farms?

This is a high-impact opportunity to shape the future of the ready-to-eat business at a leading food company, directly supporting our mission, vision, and values. You will play a critical role in delivering safe, high-quality food and great moments for millions of families.