Utility Security Officer

City of Springfield
is seeking applicants for
Utility Security Officer

Department: Office of Public Utilities
Division: Chief Of Security
Work Location: 
3100 Stevenson Drive
Springfield, Illinois, 62703
United States
Work Hours: Hours will vary
Starting Rate: $20.2950
Eligibility Requirements: Open to All Applicants
Union: Teamsters 916 Security
Final Date to Apply: 3/31/2026


Primary Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Conduct security patrols at the Water and Electric Departments, substations, Lake Springfield properties and buildings, and the Municipal Center West.
• As dispatcher, control access to and from the power plant, ensure visitors have the proper authorization to access the plant and verifies that visitors have completed Site Awareness Training.
• Enforce Chapter 96 of the City Code for Lake Springfield and other CWLP properties by issuing ordinance violation
  citations.
• Opens buildings for assigned reservations. Secure buildings and take inventory upon conclusion of the
  reservations.
• Open all Lake Springfield parks in the morning and close all park gates at night.

The ideal candidate will have:

Knowledge, skills, and mental development equivalent to a high school diploma or GED, along with at least one year of experience in safety or security. A valid Class D driver’s license is required. Candidates must be able to work flexible shifts, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays, and be comfortable working in both indoor and outdoor environments, including extreme cold (below 32°F) for extended periods. The role also requires the physical ability to regularly push, pull, and lift, including lifting up to 100 pounds periodically. Preference for employment in all positions with the city shall be given to applicants who are full-time city residents.

Preference for employment in all positions with the city shall be given to applicants who are full-time city residents.

To be eligible to apply, current City employees must have completed their probationary period and attained certified status in their current position.

 

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Free Health Clinic
• Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation
• 4 weeks paid parental leave
• 14 paid holidays
• 10-25 paid vacation days, based on years of service
• 12 paid sick days annually
• Tuition Reimbursement

If assistance in applying is required, please notify the Office of Human Resources at 217-789-2446 or