DSHS WSH Security Guard 2

Full Job Description

DSHS WSH Security Guard 2 Western State Hospital is expanding! Come join our team. We are seeking Security Guards for multiple On-Call positions in the Gage Center at Western State Hospital.

As a Security Guard, you will be responsible for the security and safety of the staff, patients, visitors, and property at WSH.

We are seeking people who can quickly adapt to their environment, who have the skills to proactively manage safety & security situations, and who can be an effective member of our team.

Your important role is to assist WSH management in enforcing hospital rules, regulations, policies, and statutory law.

See why people like you chose careers with DSHS.

What's in it for you:
Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation. We also offer a great selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, training, and compensation benefits.

Some of what you'll do:

• Patrol campus in a vehicle and on foot, provide protection for hospital staff, patients, visitors, and property
• Intervene and de-escalate in uncertain/crises
• Provide security presence, walk-throughs, and safety checks on the wards
• Assist in gathering evidence
• Act as liaison between emergency responders and the hospital leadership; gather information for Law Enforcement, identify witnesses, and obtain initial statements
• Confiscate and secure contraband, write reports
• Operate a camera, computer, copier/scanner, and other provided software to complete Security Activity Reports and email; operate a two-way radio, telephone, personal alarms, and metal detectors
• Respond to fire, smoke, intrusion, and burglar alarms
• Ensure accountability of equipment, keys, I.D badges, and other controlled items
• Issue parking violation notices as appropriate
• Assist in providing on-the-job training and orientation for newly hired Security Guards

Who should apply:
Applicants with a valid driver's license, High school diploma/GED, and one of the following:

• Two years of experience in areas of work, such as security guard, correctional officer, store investigations, police officer, police reserve officer, military police, or other law enforcement work
• Or, a certificate of completion in a basic law enforcement training program approved by the Washington Criminal Justice Training Commission, and one year of experience in areas of work, such as security guard, correctional officer, store investigations, police officer, police reserve officer, military police, or other law enforcement work
• Or, a certificate of completion in a police or reserve police academy or military training program, and one year of experience in areas of work, such as security guard, correctional officer, store investigations, police officer, police reserve officer, military police, or other law enforcement work

Evening and night shifts include a shift differential in addition to the standard compensation rate. Pierce County employees are eligible to receive an Orca Card for transportation needs.

Opportunities performed on-site at this work location at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary. Those hired for this opportunity are entitled to an additional 2.5% assignment pay in addition to the advertised salary.

Interested? Apply online today. Choose your available shifts under the Supplemental Question section.

The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work.

It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring a fairness, access, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS.

We strive to support all Washingtonians, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.

Questions? Please contact peter.bonato@dshs.wa.gov or call (360) 725-5810 and reference job number 01138.

Additional Information

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted.

Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the job.

This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license.

Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protect­ed veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information.

Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810.

Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384. E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security