Security Officer (T2I : KCSG-Security Officers DES-FMD)
- Summary
The King County Facilities Management Division (FMD) is seeking experienced professional security officers to join their security team that provides physical building security, building access and control, operates an emergency dispatch center, and manages lost and found processes. The purpose of this recruitment is to fill a variety of positions: career service, term-limited temporary and short-term temporary, which are assigned to work a variety of schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. This recruitment will also be used to create a list of competitive candidates to fill similar vacancies throughout the year, however the list can be expired at any time.
To learn more about FMD, visit our website at: http://www.kingcounty.gov/operations/FacilitiesManagement.aspx.
COMMITMENT TO EQUITY AND SOCIAL JUSTICE
As the only jurisdiction in the world named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation's history, King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures.
We have a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all – in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from vulnerable communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public outreach efforts.
To learn more, please visit http://www.kingcounty.gov/elected/executive/equity-social-justice.aspx.- Job Duties
In order to be considered for this exciting opportunity, the successful candidate, at a minimum, will demonstrate skill and ability to:
- Safeguard County property against damage or loss; enforce building operation and safety regulations, and control ingress and egress of assigned County premises.
- Make security checks of assigned premises, check doors, windows, and building perimeters and write reports of criminal activity and unusual or unsafe conditions.
- Safeguard County employees and authorized persons and occasionally provide security escort service to County employees to ensure their safety.
- Handle disturbances, unruly or threatening persons, remove trespassers or unauthorized individuals from assigned County premises.
- Coordinate with local Police to remove or detain hostile or aggressive individuals threatening the public, County employees or property.
- Staff security desks and maintain a log of all activity on a given shift, monitor building fire alarm systems, monitor and operate CCTV surveillance systems, monitor duress alarms, operate Access Control computer systems and dispatch Facilities and Court Security Officers via Radio.
- Evaluate observed or reported incidents, prepare accurate, comprehensive, incident reports, service reports and provide documentation of problems and security concerns.
- Perform after-hours weapons screening duties in Courthouses; handle after-hours building emergency repair requests, in coordination with the Duty Manager.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
- One (1) year of professional, paid security experience.
- An effective communication style and the ability to synthesize complex ideas and concepts effectively in a variety of settings with a diverse audience.
- Customer focus in building and maintaining positive internal and external client relationships, including elected officials.
- Demonstrated adherence to organizational core values and ethical behavior on and off the job.
- Ability to routinely exercise good judgment and quickly asses a situation and respond in a reasonable way within applicable policies and procedures.
- Focus and adhere to the King County equity and social justice initiatives and principles while performing their duties.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Successful completion of a public safety academy.
- Prior military police service.
- Knowledge of defensive tactics and use of force, and criminal and civil legal protections for persons and property.
- Supplemental Information
APPLICATION PROCESS:
An official King County application form through our online applicant tracking system (Neogov), along with a resume (recommended) and cover letter (optional) is required.
Subject matter experts assigned to thoroughly and carefully review all application materials will select the candidates to be contacted for participation in the selection procedures (customarily an oral panel interview).
The first round of phone interviews is scheduled for the week of August 16. First consideration will be given to applicants who submit application materials by August 11.
ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION:
This position is represented by the King County Security Guild.
This position is designated as mission critical - employees who provide for and maintain the essential functions of county services during declared or otherwise occurring emergencies.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid Washington State driver's license, or the ability to travel throughout King County in a timely manner in a variety of County vehicles.
Must successfully pass a thorough background investigation with the Facilities Management Division and the Criminal Justice Information Service (CJIS), as well as a pre-employment physical examination, if selected.If you have any questions regarding this opportunity, please contact: Elvie Valasote at 206-477-9449 or elvira.valasote@kingcounty.gov.
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Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles--we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.Covid-19 Vaccination Requirement
As of October 18, 2021, most* King County employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID[1]19. If hired, you will be required to submit proof of vaccination by October 18th. People are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after their second dose in a two-dose series or two weeks after a single-dose vaccine. Employees may make requests for a reasonable accommodation based on a medical disability or for sincerely held religious beliefs. Philosophical, political, scientific, or sociological objections to vaccination will not be considered for an exemption or accommodation. This directive applies to employees in the Executive branch*, the Assessor’s Office, Elections, the King County Sheriff’s Office, and the Executive Office.
To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact your recruiter listed on this job announcement.
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage: King County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family members
- Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
- Retirement: King County employees are eligible to participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
- Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
- 10 paid holidays each year (plus 2 personal holidays)
- Generous vacation and paid sick leave
- Paid parental leave, family and medical leaves, and volunteer leave
- Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness programs
- Onsite gyms and activity centers
- Employee giving program
- Employee assistance programs
- Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
- Training and career development programs
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails. Also, in the event of any incorrect information in this document, applicable laws, policies, rules, CBAs, or official plan documents will prevail.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
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01Are you applying to this position as an eligible Current or Previous King County Employee Priority Placement Program Participant AND Is this position the same or lower percentage of full-time when compared to the position held at the point of the notification of layoff AND Do you possess the skills and abilities to qualify for this position?
- Yes, I was given a layoff notice from my role at King County AND I am within two years of the effective date of my layoff. AND The position I was laid off from was the same or a higher percentage of FT status when compared to this one.
- No.
02If you answered yes to the question above and you are applying for this position as a Priority Placement Participant, to be considered, you must provide the following three pieces of information in the space provided: 1. The title you held when you received your layoff notice 2. The department you worked in 3. The effective date of your layoffRequired Question