Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is hiring: DSHS SCC Se

Overview

DSHS SCC Security Guard Supervisor/Security Guard 3 role at the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services. Location: Lakewood, WA – Program Area 4.

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 the 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 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
• Physically supervise, perform and train to the required standards
• Other duties as assigned

Who Should Apply

• High school diploma or GED required AND 3 years of 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

Experience Substitution

• 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’ vision requires equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitments in work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of communities served, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with 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.

Supplemental Information

• Background check may be conducted prior to hire; information will be considered in determining suitability
• This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies
• Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver’s license; if using a privately owned vehicle on state business, must have liability insurance
• DSHS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment; accommodations are available upon request

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