Power up a career with us. Our people are our greatest investments. 

Be the light to help us keep our customers connected.  If you are interested in a career and not just a position, Tampa Electric is the place to be! Tampa Electric offers competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth and development in a friendly and professional work environment. We embrace diversity and the inclusion of all. We believe our differences, unique perspectives and talents are our strengths and integral to the success of our company.

We’re honored to serve approximately 780,000 customers across West Central Florida and safely provide them with clean, affordable and reliable electricity. We’ve been doing it for more than 100 years, and there’s so much more ahead.  

Join our team of energy experts as we build on that legacy through innovation, continued solar investments, cost-effective and sustainable energy solutions all while keeping top-notch customer service at the center of all we do. 

Tampa Electric is a subsidiary of Emera Inc., a family of energy companies which also includes TECO Peoples Gas and New Mexico Gas Company. Emera provides energy to residential and commercial customers in the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean, with career opportunities available in all of these locations.

POSITION CONCEPT 

This position is responsible for providing professional background, investigative and security related support to the Tampa Electric Company. Coordinates, develops, and implements pre-employment, CIP compliance investigations, security investigations and recommends procedures that serve to support the protection of corporate assets. Works in concert with human resources, security, compliance, legal, law enforcement and the judicial system.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Conducts pre-employment background checks and investigations, NERC CIP access compliance investigations and all other required investigations then documenting findings and recommendations.
  • Support the onboarding of new employees by reviewing background check reports on a timely basis, conducting further investigations if required, analyzing risks, providing recommendations, and document findings.
  • Conduct review and provide documentation of background investigations on behalf of the Company in hiring NERC compliance decisions.
  • Lead NERC CIP-004 R3 requirements mandating personnel risks assessments for team members, contractors, and volunteers to authorize NERC physical or cyber access.
  • Initiate NERC background check renewals and investigations to provide clearance for existing team members, contractors and volunteers, and document findings to ensure NERC compliance.
  • Follow corporate policies, procedures and maintain Personal Risk Assessment Program documentation.
  • Participate in human resource and security related meetings.
  • Provide liaison and assistance to law enforcement.
  • Provide documentation for assigned investigations and provide testimony on behalf of the Company in criminal and civil proceedings when required.
• Acts as consultant to management regarding security issues. Conducts risk analysis / threat assessments and security surveys at facilities throughout the corporation.
  • Utilize training and expertise to provide accurate and thorough assessments.
  • Communicate recommendations in writing using appropriate support documentation.
  • Keep abreast of industry standards and new products that impact business needs.
• Takes appropriate responsibility and control of threatening situations that present a danger to the team members and assets of the corporation.
• Attains and maintains all licensing required by the corporation in concert with Florida statutory law.
• Maintains strict confidentiality rules as specified under Chapter 493 of the Florida Statutes.
• Maintains company-wide business unit knowledge and a working relationship with employees within the corporation.
• Develops and implements security presentations/training programs on homeland security, loss prevention, employee awareness and crime prevention as needed. 
• Other duties and responsibilities as required by management.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education 

• Required: High School Diploma or GED.
• Preferred: College degree in Criminal Justice or related field (i.e., Sociology, Psychology, Business Administration, etc.). will be considered towards the minimum required experience.

Licenses/Certifications 

• Required:    
  • Within 30 days of employment, will be required to successfully pass NERC training.
  • Within six months of employment, will be required to attain Class “C” and Class “G” Licenses under the Florida State Statues 493 and 790.
  • Within two years of employment, must achieve nationally recognized board certification from ASIS International as a Professional Certified Investigator (PCI) 
• Preferred:
  • Obtaining the Professional Certified Investigator (PCI) certification from ASIS International is most desirable.

Direct Experience 

• Required:    
  • A minimum of 7 years investigative experience in Law Enforcement, Military, or in the Security Industry related field.
  • Must have experience in successfully leading projects and/or work teams. 

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (KSA)

• Required:
  • Works independently to oversee background, criminal and compliance investigations, emergency situations, and on-call responsibilities.
  • Must be able to plan and adapt work according to changing priorities.
  • Must have demonstrated effective leadership and team skills using a variety of personal and people skills in handling, influencing, and controlling diverse and high impact situations.
  • Proficiency in interviewing, writing/verbal/listening communication skills are essential.
  • Working knowledge of pre-employment, employment, and compliance related background investigations and in security operations.
  • Strong knowledge and ability to utilize office systems and applications

WORKING CONDITIONS
This position is “on-call” 24 hours a day/7 day a week. A valid Florida driver’s license with a clean driving record is required. A company vehicle is provided.

TECO offers a competitive Benefits package!!

Competitive Salary *401k Savings plan w/ company matching * Pension plan * Paid time off* Paid Holiday time * Medical, Prescription Drug, & Dental Coverage  *Tuition Assistance Program * Employee Assistance Program * Wellness Programs * On-site Fitness Centers * Bonus Plan and more!

STORM DUTY REQUIREMENTS....Please make sure to read below!!!  Responding to storms will be considered a condition of employment.

TECO Energy and its companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our TECO Energy customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures.

TECO Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

TECO Energy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law, except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is unable to perform the essential functions of the position with reasonable accommodations.

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities for all individuals, employment decisions at TECO Energy will be based on skills, knowledge, qualifications and abilities.

Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Statement

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

ADA policy

It is the policy of TECO Energy to provide reasonable accommodation for all qualified disabled individuals who are employees and applicants for employment, unless it would cause undue hardship. The corporation will adhere to applicable federal and state laws, regulations and guidelines, including, but not limited to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1970s.

Application accommodations

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation in the application process five business days prior to the time accommodation is needed.

Pre-employment physical exams may be required for positions with bona fide job-related physical requirements regardless of disability.