DSHS SCC Security Guard Supervisor/Security Guard 3 Job at State of Washington i

Overview

Security Guard Supervisor/Security Guard 3 – Join our team as a Security Lead at the Special Commitment Center (SCC) within our Behavioral Health and Habilitation Administration (BHHA) located in Lakewood, WA – Program Area 4.

As a Security Guard Lead, you will supervise the security guards on duty at the SCC; this position will also serve as the lead security staff person responsible for deployment of security assets and responses to ensure a safe and secure institution where adequate response is mounted against riot, rebellion and assaultive behaviors by members of the institutionalized residential population.

We are looking for a customer service-oriented person who can quickly adapt to their environment, proactively manage safety and security situations, and effectively lead team members. Your crucial role will involve enforcing campus rules, regulations, policies, and statutory law. As an experienced security leader, you should possess the ability to train others in de-escalation techniques and employ non-physical interventions whenever possible.

Responsibilities

• Lead Security staff on PIT (Physical Intervention Team) movements when Residents are refusing directives and present a physical threat to themselves or others
• Document employee performance issues, submit annual evaluations as required and issue performance management reports as appropriate or directed
• Serve as the Total Confinement Facility shift security lead for a 10 hour shift, supervising security work activities and making duty assignments under the direction of the on-site supervisor
• Direct and require subordinate staff to wear proper personal protective equipment to meet the unique emergency situation being addressed
• Supervise and assist with routine security activities such as searches of areas, rooms and persons and the control of resident population within the facility
• Enforce no trespass expectations of the state for McNeil Island
• Conduct investigations related to safety and emergency response
• Generate timely and accurate reports
• Supervise Security Guard 2 staff responding to structural and brush fires, while acting subordinate to a Fire Captain
• Be able to physically supervise, perform and train to the following standards as required
• Other duties as assigned

Who should apply

• High school diploma or GED required AND 3 years\' experience in one or more of the following roles:
  • Security guard
  • Correctional officer
  • Store investigator
  • Police officer or reserve police officer
  • Military police
  • Other law enforcement positions; or
  • 3 years of experience as a Security Guard 1, or 2 years of experience as a Security Guard 2

One year of experience may be substituted with:

• Completion of a basic law enforcement training program approved by the Washington Criminal Justice Training Commission
• Certification from a police academy, reserve police academy, or military training program will substitute for one of the three years of required experience

Additional Information

• Pierce County employees are eligible to receive an Orca Card for transportation needs
• SCC employees also receive an additional $10 per day premium pay in addition to advertised salary and a free ORCA card for transportation use
• Ferry transportation is provided to McNeil Island employees
• 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

Interested?

Please provide a current resume and three professional references with current contact information along with your online application.

Why Join Us?

We partner with people to access support, care, and resources. DSHS employees make a difference in WA State every day by supporting sustainable recovery, independence, and wellness.

See why people like you choose careers at DSHS:

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 an equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, 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 sharon.sterling@dshs.wa.gov or call the Talent Acquisition main line (360) 725-5810 and reference job number 06116.

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