Municipal Security Officer

City of Scottsdale, AZ; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 53,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Scottsdale is seeking a Security Officer to provide armed security and ensure the safety of city facilities. Ideal candidates will possess strong public interaction skills and relevant experience, including a high school diploma. A comprehensive benefits package, including medical and retirement plans, is offered alongside a competitive salary.

Benefits

12 Paid Holidays

Vacation Accrual starting at 10.3 hours/month

Sick Leave Accrual of 8 hours/month

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement up to $2,500/year

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age at time of application.
• Minimum 1 year of experience as an armed security guard or police officer.
• Must obtain AZPOST firearm qualification within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security systems, including video and alarms.
• Prevent unauthorized access and enforce compliance.
• Assist with vetting and background checks for vendors.

Skills

Public Interaction

Monitoring Security Systems

Conflict Resolution

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Salary : $53,331.20 - $72,051.20 Annually

Location : Scottsdale, AZ

Job Type : Full-Time Regular

Job Number : FY2425-01000

Division : Public Safety

Department : MUNICIPAL SECURITY

Opening Date : 05 / 27 / 2025

Closing Date : 6 / 17 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Arizona

Introduction

ANTICIPATED SALARY MAY BE UP TO MID-POINT DEPENDING ON CANDIDATE'S EXPERIENCE

AND INTERNAL EQUITY, mid-point is $30.13 / hr

This position will potentially work at either core government office buildings or

library branches and providearmed security for these City facilities.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience :

• A high school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) equivalent.

A minimum of one year of experience as an : armed security guard, police officer, or military police officer.

A minimum of one year of experience in a position involving significant interaction with the public.

Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of application.

• Equivalency Statement : Any equivalent combination of education and / or job-related experience that meets the minimum qualifications may be substituted.

Licensing, Certifications, and Other Requirements :

• Must successfully obtain and maintain an AZPOST firearm qualification within 30 days of employment.

Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work.

Other pertinent licenses and / or certifications may be required of some positions depending on division / department / service assignment.

Essential Functions

Performs duties and responsibilities commensurate with assigned functional area which may include, but are not limited to, any combination of the following :

• Monitors security systems, including closed circuit video, fire and security alarms; and access control hardware.
• Answers routine inquiries and directs visitors to appropriate areas.
• Prevents unauthorized access to restricted areas.
• Enforces correction of infractions through verbal warning, expels unruly persons, and detains more serious offenders for proper authorities.
• Enforces correction of infractions through verbal warning, expels unruly persons, and detains more serious offenders for proper authorities.
• Completes log entries and incident reports as required.
• Assist with processing patrons through security check points, which may include a stationary and handheld metal detector.
• Assist with vetting and background checks for vendors.
• Assist with access control, to include creating profiles.

Work Environment / Physical Demands

• Exposure to inclement weather and temperature extremes.

Stand for extended periods of time.

Walk or move around facility; climb elevations.

Bend, stoop, and reach arms above head.

Lift and carry materials weighing up to 20 pounds.

Benefits Highlights :

The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefits package including :

• 12 Paid Holidays, which includes 1 Floating Holiday

Vacation Accrual; starts at 10.3 hours / month

Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours / month

Medical (which includes behavioral health coverage), Dental and Vision Benefits

City Paid Basic Life Insurance (equal to one times employee annual salary); option of Supplemental Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement; $2,500 / year

Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12.27% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit

Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457

Pet Insurance

Please visit the Human Resources and Benefits Information page for more information.

Selection Process :

The application and supplemental questions are an integral part of the selection process and must be completed in full in order for you to be considered as a candidate. Please complete each section and answer all questions as thoroughly as possible. DO NOT state See Resume in lieu of answering. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process.

Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process that may include a panel interview. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening that may include :

• Fingerprinting search of the national FBI Database

Criminal Background screening

Drug Screen

39-Month Motor Vehicle Department Records Check

Psychological Testing

Polygraph Examination

The timeframe for reapplication with the Police Department varies based on the position and the needs of the organization.

The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time, potentially without advance notice.

PLEASE NOTE : Years of experience are based on a work schedule of 2,080 hours per year for full-time positions and 1,040 hours per year for part-time positions, and while work experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis, depending upon the job classification, education may not be substituted for work experience.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY : It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.

When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an otherwise qualified applicant with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR Receptionist at [phone]. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR Receptionist at [phone].

This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.

Full-Time Positions :

The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday and medical leave as well as insurance for medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability insurance. For a more detailed overview of the employee benefits,

Part-Time Positions :

The City of Scottsdale offers paid medical leave for part-time staff.

Commute Solutions Program

City of Scottsdale provides free Valley Metro Platinum passes to employees for the bus and light rail systems when commuting; a vanpool subsidy is also available. Employees can decrease stress, decrease wear & tear on their vehicle, and help the environment all at the same time.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

The City of Scottsdale is considered a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). You may find more information about the PSFL program by going to the Federal Student Aid website by clicking

Do you have any experience with providing security services in government building locations?

Are you willing to carry a firearm?

Do you have any training or certification in pistol marksmanship, if so explain.

Please indicate how may years of experience you have as an armed security guard, police officer, or military police officer?

• None
• Less than one year
• One or more years

Describe in detail your work experience in dealing with the public in stressful situations.

Are you a current City of Scottsdale employee?

A high school diploma / GED is required for this position. Do you have a high school diploma / GED?

This position requires an applicant to be at least 21 years old at the time of application. Are you at least 21 years old?

Do you have a valid driver's license (not expired or suspended / revoked)?

Do you have any of the following restrictions on your driver's license? Please note that this does not include vision correction.

• Interlock Device
• Court Mandated Restricted Hours
• Other Non-Medical Restriction(s)
• I have no restrictions on my driver's license

How did you learn about this job opportunity with the Scottsdale Police Department?

• City Web Page
• Scottsdale Police Web Page
• Social Media
• Facebook
• Instagram
• Twitter
• Jobing.com
• 911hotjobs.com
• Blue Line
• Policeone.com
• LawEnforcementJobs.com
• Newspaper / other ad
• Job Fair (In-Person / Virtual)
• Friend / Neighbor
• City / SPD Employee
• Handshake
• Email
• Recruitment Booth
• please list the recruitment event / location in the next question)
• Other

Please indicate how you learned about this job opportunity with the City of Scottsdale.

• City Website
• Employee Referral
• Facebook
• Governmentjobs.com
• Instagram
• Job Fair (In-Person / Virtual)
• Other

If you answered Other or any other option with an asterisk, please provide more detail.

The Scottsdale Police Department has a Grooming Standards Policy that employees must adhere to. I agree to review the policy located on the Join Scottsdale PD webpage http : / / www.scottsdaleaz.gov / police / join-scottsdale-pd and understand that if selected I will need to be able to abide by the standards.

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