SECURITY GUARD 2 (Armed) - Night Shift

Security Guard 2 (Night Shift) Garrison Command Provost Marshall Office Camp Murray, WA

This job posting will remain open until filled. Screening of application materials will begin immediately and will be on-going, It is in the applicants' best interest to submit their application materials as early as possible. The hiring manager reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time. This job posting may be closed at any time without notice.

Assignment Pay: Employee will receive assignment pay of 10% when qualified and required to carry a firearm. Under the direction of the Program Manager A / Security Guard 3 Shift Supervisor, provides protection and security as a member of a work unit providing coordinated 24/7 installation coverage.

Protecting people is our passion. At the Washington Military Department, we combine our unique talents to create safer communities and ensure our neighbors and loved ones can recover from whatever emergency might arise. Our agency unites civilian employees with members of the Washington National Guard, creating a team that is deeply committed to public service. We go home at night knowing that our day-to-day work supports activities that truly make a difference.

In addition to job fulfillment, the Washington Military Department offers an excellent benefits package which includes exceptional health care coverage, a retirement savings plan and job training opportunities.

Duties

• Responsible for the safety of personnel entering the installation and all duties related to entry control for Camp Murray.
• Patrols, inspects, and monitors building/grounds/installations; controls gate access; responds to incidents/calls; and provides other required duties to ensure the safety and security of Department property and personnel.
• Supports Army National Guard, Air National Guard, and Emergency Management divisions with additional security requirements associated with emergency/disaster responses and related drills, exercises, special events, and training.
• Gather information and develop accurate written incident/investigative statements, reports and follow up on security incidents.

Mental Demands:

• Communicate with the public, other employees, and converse by radio and telephone as necessary to ensure quick response to security related situations.
• Understand and follow applicable laws, regulations, and other standards to establish and / or maintain a safe work environment.
• Handle highly stressful or adverse situations, make good decisions, work calmly and accurately, and help calm others.
• Use of senses and reasoning to gather information and make independent determinations regarding ongoing security issues. This also involves the ability to think and respond appropriately when quick / decisive action is required in emergency / stressful situations.
• Read, understand, communicate and abide by applicable department policies / procedures, state / federal laws, ordinances, rules and regulations associated with assigned security duties.
• Gather information, develop accurate written incident / investigative reports and follow up on security incidents. This includes the ability to interview, obtain and accurately document statements from victims, witnesses, suspects, and / or confidential informers.
• Use word processing software, such as Microsoft Word to create, format, edit, preview, print, and save documents. Use standard functions to select, edit, copy, paste, format, and spell check text. Create bulleted and numbered lists, indent and align paragraphs, and use bordering and shading features.
• Basic understanding of computer-supported and automated security program operations. Proficiencies
• Be proficient in computer supported and automated security program operations related to the ID programs.
• Physically, mentally, and legally possess a weapon as part of their assigned job duties. This includes the ability to exercise sound/prudent judgment in potential use of force situations.

Physical Demands:

• Routinely work a 40-hour week to provide ongoing customer and program support.
• Obtain and maintain a basic first aid and CPR certification to ensure trained staff is available to respond to basic first aid until appropriate medical response arrives.
• Screen incoming traffic to assess required authorization to access the installation. This includes reading license plates, verifying picture identification, and observing occupants to detect actual or suspicious/dangerous actions, items or other violations that would ban entrance.
• Must be able to discriminate between vivid red and green colors.
• Hear accurately to decipher radio traffic, hear vehicle approaching, understand occupants' responses, detect warning sounds/alarms, ascertain sound direction, and recognize related danger.
• Execute a full range of physical motions to successfully complete defensive tactics and rescue operations.
• Walk or stand for long periods of time while working at the guard shack, directing traffic and/or doing searches of vehicles, buildings and large outdoor areas.
• Work outside in all types of weather to provide required gate access control/staffing.
• Manual Dexterity – Writing, light keyboarding, and use of a personal computer/software related to word processing and issuing I.D. cards.
• Talk to communicate with the public, other employees, and converse by radio and telephone as necessary to ensure quick response to security related situations.
• May require periods of great physical effort in completing essential functions and / or responding to security issues.

Character: Security Guards are responsible for ensuring the safety and security of staff and Department facilities / assets by controlling and monitoring ingress and egress through the gates at Camp Murray and providing security for staff, contractors, and visitor. As such it is imperative that security guards have basic character traits of honesty, courtesy, tact, cooperation, professional appearance and bearing.

Qualifications

REQUIRED High School Diploma or GED; AND Two years of experience in areas of work such as security guard, military, correctional officer, store investigator, police officer (military or civilian), police reserve officer, or other security / law enforcement work AND A valid license to drive in the State of Washington Note: A certificate of successful completion of a basic law enforcement training program approved by the Washington Criminal Justice Training Commission; or a certificate of completion in a policy or reserve policy academy or military training program will substitute for one year of the experience requirement. PREFERRED/DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Understand and follow applicable laws, regulations and other standards to establish and/or maintain a safe work environment.
• Handle highly stressful or adverse situations, make good decisions, work calmly and accurately, and help calm others.
• Use senses and reasoning to gather information and make independent determinations regarding ongoing security issues.
• Read, understand, communicate and abide by applicable department policies / procedures, state / federal laws, ordinances, rules and regulations associated with assigned security duties.
• Gather information, develop accurate written incident / investigative reports and follow up on security incidents. Includes ability to interview, obtain and accurately document statements from victims, witnesses, suspects and or confidential informers.
• Maintain a high level of professional appearance in personal hygiene and upkeep of uniform in accordance with WMD policies and procedures.
• Maintain punctual and regular attendance at work to include flexibility to cover other shifts when necessary to maintain a safe and secure environment.
• Work in collaborative and participatory manner with all members of the team, while participating in, offering suggestions and ideas, and problem solving with co-workers, supervisors, managers, and other agency staff.
• Communicate in a professional, polite, and positive manner respecting the ideas and suggestions of others and ultimately following the direction determined most appropriate by supervisors and managers.
• Work independently, manage priorities and embrace professional goals and training opportunities.
• Maintain a customer focus and emphasis on teamwork to influence organizational change, facilitate agency-wide exchange of information / resources, create a proactive approach to problem solving, and support the overall accomplishment of the Department's Mission.
• Ability to take action to meet the needs of others.
• Ability to take action to learn and grow.
• Use word processing software such as Microsoft Word.

Supplemental Information

Compensation: Wage/salary will depend on qualifications or rules of promotion.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT If you are unwilling or unable to meet all of these requirements, you are not eligible to be considered for the Security Guard 2 position. Background Check/Polygraph/Psychological Examination: Must successfully complete a pre-employment personal history and background investigation, including a polygraph examination and potential psychological testing. These checks/tests are required due to the nature of security requirements of these jobs. Applicants are required to complete and sign a WMD Personal History Statement and a Waiver of Authority for Release of Information form. Candidates will not have access to any investigative materials and files.