Security Officer

LifeSkills Connection Inc.; Sedro-Woolley (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

LifeSkills Connections Inc. is seeking a Security Officer to plan, develop, implement, oversee, and integrate safety and security programs for the Center. You will perform patrols, enforce policies, assist visitors and staff, and support security cadet training in a 24/7 operation.

The role requires vigilance, good judgment, and the ability to work across shifts, with an emphasis on safety, compliance, and effective reporting to leadership.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of operating security/surveillance equipment and basic security procedures.
• High level or good judgement and observation skills.
• Two years security, law enforcement, military, or related experience; safety training preferred; at least one year in a residential living setting and background in youth programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Enforces all laws, rules and policies within scope of authority.
• Foot patrols all assigned areas and remains alert for disturbances, hazards, and suspicious activity.
• Provides transportation service as needed and assists staff and visitors.
• Performs building security and safety checks and prepares incident reports.
• Coordinates recruitment, selection, and training of security cadets and participates in safety programs.

Skills

Security procedures

Surveillance equipment

Observation skills

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates degree preferred

Job description

Primary Position Objectives

Responsible for planning, developing, implementing, overseeing, and integrating safety and security programs for the Center.

Position

Security Officer

Reports To

Senior/Lead Security Officer

Department

Safety, Security, and Transportation

FLSA STATUS

Non-Exempt

Primary Position Objectives

Responsible for planning, developing, implementing, overseeing, and integrating safety and security programs for the Center.

Position Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Brief Description Of Duties

Administration

Procedures

• Salary $21.63-$21.64/hourly
• Ensures and enforces all laws, rules and policies within his/her scope of authority.
• Foot patrols all assigned areas and remains alert for disturbances, fires, safety hazards, traffic violators, suspicious acts and/or persons, and other unusual conditions.
• Aids and assists visitors, student employees and staff in every way possible.
• Performs building security and safety checks.
• Receives complaints and performs appropriate investigations.
• Provides transportation service as needed.
• Investigates vehicle accidents at the Center.
• Issues visitor passes and temporary parking permits.
• Performs main entrance duty.
• Assists staff in quelling disturbances.
• Prepares written accident reports and other reports as required.
• Coordinates recruiting, selecting, and training of security cadets.
• Participates in preparation and enforcement of Center's safety and fire prevention program.
• Conducts daily briefing with security cadets that cover assignments, proper dress, and procedures.
• Provides written and oral reports, briefings, or summaries to appropriate staff.
• Ensures all equipment is properly maintained.
• Provides vehicle checks to entering and exiting traffic.
• Adheres to required property control policies and procedures.
• Works towards meeting performance standard goals.
• Complies with all DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulation, Quality Assurance Plan (QAP), LifeSkills policies and procedures, Job Corps notices and bulletins, and Center policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates and abides by LifeSkills Connection's core values and operating principles.
• Maintains good housekeeping in all areas and complies with safety practices.
• Follows CDSS plan and Code of Conduct system daily.
• Helps students become more employable through continuous reinforcement.
• Models, mentors, monitors appropriate Career Success Standards.
• Participation in PRH mandated staff training is mandatory. Failure to participate may result in disciplinary actions up to and including termination.
• Assists in maintaining student security and accountability during training, day and evening, by continuously walking through those areas where students are being trained, having lunch, participating in dorm activities, recreational activities, and monitors grounds over entire Center.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Position Competencies

Key Competencies

Performance Standards/Results

Effective

Communication

• Presents information both clearly and concisely and regularly confirms correct interpretation of information.
• Very high standard of communication skills both written and oral for the presentation of facts and ideas.
• Written communication must be clear, concise, easy to read and comprehend.

Organization of Work

• Action oriented. Demonstrates the ability to handle several projects simultaneously with decision making, flexibility, and problem solving.
• Implements the key principles of time management, task allocation and priority assignment in addition to personal organization.
• Shows attention to detail and ability to complete work with the highest level of accuracy and efficiency.
• Continually seek ways to improve employment service provided via development of professional skills and personal growth.

Qualifications

Knowledge of operating security/surveillance equipment, and knowledge of basic security procedures.

High level or good judgement and observation skills.

Experience

Two years security, law enforcement, military, or related experience. Safety related training preferred. At least one year in a residential living setting and background in youth programs preferred.

Education

High School Diploma Or Equivalent Required. Associates Degree Preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Valid State Driver's License with acceptable driving record.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk; to reach with hands, arms, talk, and listen. The employee is occasionally required to sit; to use hands and fingers to handle or feel; to taste and to smell. The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision capabilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision. Physical stamina is required to handle a full shift of being active and patrolling around the center.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level can vary from moderate to loud. Must be available to work any shift and day of the week due to a 24/7 operation.

Disclaimer:

As a federal contractor, selected candidates are required to pass the following pre-employment requirements prior to beginning employment: Employment contingent upon passing background check and a pre-employment drug test. (This position is considered a safety sensitive position; therefore, the pre-employment drug test includes testing for marijuana). Positive test results will exclude an applicant from being hired.

All selected candidates after hire will receive CPR/First Aid Certification and Narcan Administration training within the first 90 days of employment. All employees are responsible for the safety of the students and may be required to provide provisional emergency services in the event of an emergency.

LifeSkills Connections Inc. is committed to granting equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Jennifer Law, Human Resources Manager [phone] or [e-mail] for assistance.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Therefore, the employee may be requested to perform other reasonable related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and other management as required.

The company reserves the right to revise or change job duties as business requirements dictate. It is mutually agreed that the job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. It is also understood that the company reserves the right to change work schedules as required, including overtime.