SECURITY GUARD (MULTIPLE OPENINGS)

About the role

The Division of Campus Community Safety (DCCS) unifies front-line public safety units across the University for a holistic approach to campus community safety, innovation in approaches, and clarity in leadership responsibility and accountability. Key units include UW Emergency Management, SafeCampus and the Seattle campus UW Police Department. Division staff work daily in partnership with units across and outside the UW system to both create safer, welcoming campus environments, prepare for potential natural or human-made disasters, and respond appropriately to incidents.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties primarily on foot; may operate University vehicle as needed.
• Capable to provide Safety Escort service as part of the Husky NightWalk Program (University faculty, staff, students, guests) to various locations on campus during the designated times, as necessary and approved by on-duty supervisor.
• All drivers will adhere to the Washington State Traffic Laws at all times while on duty and operating a University vehicle. All drivers must successfully complete the UW Transportation – Safe Driver program to drive a university vehicle.
• During security shift times, if a medical emergency develops, the guard is to request Seattle Fire Medics to their location.
• The guard shall also administer first-aid to the victim if authorized through department protocols as are properly trained to do so.
• Security Guards conducting security patrols shall avoid any confrontational situations with other persons and shall request a police officer presence to their location immediately if such a situation starts to develop.
• Security Guards shall advise UWPD dispatch (via radio) whenever they observe suspected criminal activity and/or suspicious circumstances.
• Security Guards are not to make contact, or engage in use of force tactics unless an extreme situation (i.e., protect self or others from bodily harm) occurs.
• Security Guards shall perform the following secondary responsibilities when assigned:
• Roving patrols of buildings, parking lots/garages and bike racks for criminal and/or suspicious activity.
• Building admits.
• Building checks and sweeps.
• Battery Jumps.
• Special security details as assigned.
• Other specified functions determined by the on-duty supervisor.

Qualifications

• Physical capacity to perform duties;
• Possession of a valid motor vehicle driver’s license;
• No previous felony convictions.

Desired Qualifications

• Security experience;
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills to include being clearly understandable via radio communication transmissions, especially during emergency circumstances, as well as the ability to maintain records clearly and legibly;
• Excellent customer services skills to include the ability to interface professionally with a diverse community;
• Good analytical and observation skills;
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and decision-making;
• Ability to operate under stressful situations (to include contacting uncooperative individuals who are in or approaching unauthorized areas), while maintaining composure in dealing with executives, clients, staff, authorities and the public, occasionally under conditions of urgency and in pressure situations;
• Able to work with minimal supervision as well as in a teamwork atmosphere;
• Able to handle sensitive and confidential information;
• Basic computer skills;
• Able to handle multiple tasks concurrently;
• Able to adapt to changes in the external environment to include being exposed to inclement weather and work in environments or under conditions that require the use of protective gear and devices and/or awareness of personal safety and safety of others;
• First Aid and CPR certified (or ability to obtain certifications upon hire) and maintain certifications;
• Flexible and available to work night shifts as assigned to include weekends;
• Flexible and available to work overtime with little/no advance notice;
• Comfortable working in and patrolling campus buildings in a solo capacity, including a high-rise building;
• Ability and willingness to work outside in all types of weather conditions;
• No felony convictions;
• Driving history for the past three years shall not exhibit a pattern of unsafe driving habits, nor have convictions for Reckless Driving, Negligent Driving, or Driving under the Influence of Alcohol or Drugs.

Conditions of Employment

• Ability and willingness to work outside in all types of weather conditions;
• No felony convictions;
• Driving history for the past three years shall not exhibit a pattern of unsafe driving habits, nor have convictions for Reckless Driving, Negligent Driving, or Driving under the Influence of Alcohol or Drugs.

Compensation, Benefits & Position Details

• Pay Range Minimum: $45,288.00 annual
• Pay Range Maximum: $53,400.00 annual
• Benefits Other Compensation: For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/
• Shift: Alternate Work Shift (United States of America)
• Temporary or Regular? This is a regular position
• FTE (Full-Time Equivalent): 100.00%
• Union/Bargaining Unit: SEIU Local 925
• Nonsupervisory

About The UW

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.

Applicant Disclosures

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.