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Security Guard Description

Job Description

Payroll Title: Security Guard (NE S SEIU 925 Non Supv)

The new 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.

The University of Washington Police Department Overview
The University of Washington Police Department (UWPD) operates under the fundamental principles of Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity and Excellence (PRIDE) in all that we do. UWPD has the exclusive responsibility to act upon law-enforcement matters and perform safety, security and police services for the main campus of the University of Washington, Seattle, 24 hours a day.

The purpose of the Campus Facility Security Program is to enhance the safety of students and personnel at the University of Washington by providing safety and security patrols to campus facilities and areas where assigned. Security Guards also facilitate the overall security of the campus by conducting regular foot patrols, throughout assigned campus buildings, and providing general security services at other locations on campus. This is an opportunity to join a team of individuals who are committed to the highest standards of professionalism and service and to work in an environment that is focused on ongoing employee development.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Upon client request:

  • Perform duties primarily on foot; may operate University vehicle as needed.
  • Capable to provide Safety Escort service as part of the Husky SafeTrip Program, formerly known as NightWalk, (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

Minimum 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
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision as well as in a teamwork atmosphere
  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
  • Basic computer skills
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently
  • Ability 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
  • Must be comfortable working in and patrolling campus buildings in a solo capacity, including a high-rise building

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.
  • Ability to work at night.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS

Reapplication is permitted at any time, except for candidates disqualified for reasons of prior felony convictions or non-correctable selection.

Please note: It may take 2 to 3 months to successfully complete all phases of the selection process from Oral Boards to Official Offer of Employment.

Apply online at UWHIRES.

Helpful tips for locating open positions at the UWPD:

  1. Select “Seattle Campus” in the Location textbox.
  2. In the Keywords textbox, type “Police Dept” to find openings.
  3. A complete application includes:
    • Copying/pasting an updated resume into your candidate profile.
    • Completing the Criminal History Disclosure assessment.
    • Completing the US Work Authorization Assessment. Part of the application process for this position includes completing the US Work Authorization Assessment to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. The assessment will appear on your screen for you to complete as soon as you select “Apply to this Position” on this job announcement. Once you begin the assessment, it must be completed at that time. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your “My Jobs” page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until the assessment is complete.

All information submitted will be considered to determine the applicant’s qualifications for this position. Please ensure that your current email address is listed in your online candidate profile as well as in your resume. A Personal History Statement may be emailed to you early for completion.  A completed Personal History Statement will be required for those who progress to the Background Investigation Process.  Detailed information requested includes:

  • Addresses of all residences.
  • Personal and Professional References.
  • Names and addresses of family members.
  • Arrests and criminal history.
  • Traffic driving record.
  • Military service.
  • Employment history.
  • Drug use.
  • Education history.
  • Memberships in professional organizations.
  • Financial information.
  • Copies of the following documents:
  • High school diploma/GED certificate.
  • Social Security card.
  • Driver’s License.
  • Birth Certificate (Certified copy).
  • Any other documents, certificates, resumes, performance evaluation reports, etc., which show your abilities and training for the position.

 

As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here.

The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process.  These may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others.  Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your “My Jobs” page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.