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Lead Alarm Dispatch Coordinator

AT CVS Health
CVS Health

Lead Alarm Dispatch Coordinator

Woonsocket, RI

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Our Heart At Work Behaviors™ support this purpose. We want everyone who works at CVS Health to feel empowered by the role they play in transforming our culture and accelerating our ability to innovate and deliver solutions to make health care more personal, convenient and affordable.

Position Summary

The hours for this position are Friday through Monday 8:00 AM - 6:45 PM

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This person functions as a "lead" in the identification, tracking and dispatching of potential security events across the CVS Health enterprise. This person also performs various tasks in data entry and remote alarm management.
  • Responds to inbound security alarm events by calling/dispatching appropriate authorities and following written instructions for specific events.
  • Monitors video surveillance for breaches in building security and responds by taking appropriate action as determined by written policies and procedures.
  • Communicates with store personnel and local authorities with security related issues.
  • Partner and corroborate with federal and state government agencies (DEA, FDA, FBI, Board of Pharmacy) to ensure compliance of security alarm systems and frequent communications for active investigations of organized retail crime.
  • Maintains accurate alarm contacts for registered premises.
  • Maintaining alarm processing database. (Call list updates, code assignments, site information adjustments, and new account entry.)
  • Remotely accesses alarm systems and makes program changes as needed.
  • Performs system backups and system maintenance as instructed.
  • Works alongside SOC Supervisors to deliver superior security services to CVS Health business units.
  • Generates alarm related reports for distribution to Loss Prevention and Operations management.
  • Identifies, documents and creates R&M tickets for end users in incident management tracking system.
  • Trains Alarm Coordinators on various functions of SOC operations.
  • Performs designated supervisory functions below but not limited to:
    • Assist with any issues or questions all other alarm analysts may have.
    • Clear and delegate weekend task list
    • Monitor department Mailbox for emergency emails.
    • Setup guard service if needed.
    • Setup surveillance projects for Asset Protection Leaders
    • Communicate with on call Supervisor.
    • Communicate with on call Service Technician if necessary.
    • Answer inside emergency phone line
  • Must have the proven ability to:
    • use logic and reasoning to reach conclusions and approaches to problems.
    • use judgment and decision-making skills to evaluate situations, establish priorities, and resolve matters.
    • think quickly.
    • work under stressful situations
    • actively listen and communicate effectively through clear speech and hearing.
    • follow instructions.
    • write clearly and spell correctly.
    • establish priorities and pass on information as needed.
Required Qualifications
  • 1+ year of emergency dispatch or command center leadership experience.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Ability to effectively train associates in a variety of functions.
  • Proven ability to prioritize competing demands.
  • Strong organizational skills to handle multiple tasks simultaneously with a minimum of supervision.
  • Ability to effectively interact with management and local emergency response authorities.
  • Previous experience with Bosch, DMP, Firelite, and Honeywell alarm panels
  • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills required with the ability to successfully interact at all levels of the organization while functioning as a team player.
  • Ability to effectively interact with management and local emergency response authorities.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain information in the strictest confidence.
  • Experience providing customer service, preferably over the telephone, with proven ability to be sensitive to each request and apply strict confidentiality.
  • Familiarity with the Internet, including ability to quickly and easily navigate through search engines and websites.
  • Must be proficient and fully functional in Microsoft Office applications and able to effectively utilize all available office management technology.
  • CSAA Level I & II certification a plus
Education
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Associate's Degree preferred
Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:

$18.50 - $38.82

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.

In addition to your compensation, enjoy the rewards of an organization that puts our heart into caring for our colleagues and our communities. The Company offers a full range of medical, dental, and vision benefits. Eligible employees may enroll in the Company's 401(k) retirement savings plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan is also available for eligible employees. The Company provides a fully-paid term life insurance plan to eligible employees, and short-term and long term disability benefits. CVS Health also offers numerous well-being programs, education assistance, free development courses, a CVS store discount, and discount programs with participating partners. As for time off, Company employees enjoy Paid Time Off ("PTO") or vacation pay, as well as paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Number of paid holidays, sick time and other time off are provided consistent with relevant state law and Company policies.

For more detailed information on available benefits, please visit Benefits | CVS Health

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 10/11/2024

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.

Client-provided location(s): Cumberland, RI 02864, USA
Job ID: CVS-R0350897
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program