Security Guard 1

Security Guard 1

Olympic College is recruiting for a part-time Security Guard 1 position on the Bremerton Campus. This position will provide essential coverage for the evening shift and will work alongside a full-time Security Officer from Tuesday through Thursday. The purpose of this position is to ensure the safety and security of students, staff, and visitors on campus. Campus Security guards help prevent crime, respond to emergencies, and enforce campus rules. By patrolling the grounds and monitoring access to buildings, they create a safe learning environment.

Essential Functions

Conduct patrols at designated areas on foot or in a patrol vehicle to enforce institution rules and regulations, local, state and federal statues, laws and ordinances. Inspect buildings internally and externally and grounds for prowlers, fire, property damage, or other irregularities, resolve general issues, and contact the appropriate personnel as needed to resolve more complex issues. Administer First Aid and document in desk journal, log, or report accident injury as needed. Maintain surveillance of an area suspected of criminal or disruptive activity and report any activity to appropriate personnel as needed. Assist with answering general inquiries from the campus community and provide support as needed and / or direct to the appropriate personnel as needed. Assist with vehicle lockouts, vehicle jump starts, and cut student padlocks upon request. Assist with unlocking and locking classrooms, office spaces, buildings, etc., to ensure access to restricted areas is properly controlled and limited to authorized individuals. Set intrusion alarms to ensure that buildings are properly armed and secure. Respond to emergencies such as medical, fire, distress buttons, intrusion alarms, and law enforcement incidents on campus. Create incident reports and accident injury reports in SECOMS, and conduct follow-ups with law enforcement as needed. Operate departmental communication and technical equipment to ensure proper communication and response times. Assist city police officers, county deputy sheriffs, or Washington State patrol troopers in cases of emergency. Perform other duties as assigned, in the field environment, away from the institution, or in the office environment.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications : High school graduate or equivalent, Valid Driver's License, Certified in CPR / FIRST AID / AED (or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire date). Desired Qualifications : At least one year of experience in security, Bloodborne Pathogens, Demonstrate interpersonal skills and communicate effectively with various populations. Capable of learning and enforcing rules, following written and verbal instructions, making sound judgments and decisions, maintaining objectivity and fairness.

Terms of Employment : Please note that we are unable to sponsor visas for this position. Only candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United States will be considered. Hourly employees must work 480 hours in a rolling six-month period to become eligible for health benefits. Hourly employees must work 70 hours in any five months for two consecutive years to become eligible for retirement. This is an hourly position scheduled to work up to 18 hours per week, with a salary of $21.43 - $27.96 hourly

• . They are not initially eligible for benefits upon hire, but could qualify for the following. This is a part-time classified position. All classified positions will start their salary at Step A. When you have completed six months of probation, you will receive a 5 percent pay increase. A collective bargaining agreement exists, and this position is covered by the Washington Public Employees Association (WPEA) Union. Classified positions qualify for the following benefits : Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan; TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan, sick leave, paid holidays, Aflac, space available tuition waiver, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center, reduced rate, and priority consideration on-site childcare on a space available.

Conditions of Employment : Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment, but will be considered the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will be required to complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required by WB HB 2327. The employee must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance of the campus to respond to workplace reporting requirements at the time of hiring. Frequent travel to Olympic College campuses or other sites may occur.

How To Apply : To be considered for this position, a candidate must apply online through the Olympic College website and submit the following required materials : Olympic College Online Application, Resume, Cover Letter - in your cover letter, describe how your experience sets you apart for this position. Unofficial college transcripts. Official transcripts and copies of mandated certifications will be required of the successful candidate. EEO Statement : Olympic College provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Federal Rehabilitation Act. Accommodation inquiries can be sent to HRticket@olympic.edu.