Security Officer

City of Seattle

  • Seattle, WA
  • $33.17-40.24 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 8 days ago
Position DescriptionAbout Seattle Center:Seattle Center is the region's premier civic, arts and family gathering place in the core of our city and region, home to more than 30 arts, cultural, and entertainment organizations, family attractions, and tourist amenities. Our mission is to create exceptional events, experiences, and environments that delight and inspire the human spirit to build stronger communities. Seattle Center expanded its role recently beyond our well-known 74-acre campus, to serve as the City's lead for operating Seattle's new Waterfront Park, a series of new public spaces on Seattle's downtown waterfront between Pioneer Square and the Seattle Aquarium. As a department of the City of Seattle, Seattle Center contributes to the quality of life for Seattle residents-and the region's economy and image as its top visitor destination.About this position:We are seeking qualified Security Officers. This position will work the evening shift. Security officers patrol the grounds, secure the facilities, provide assistance for security, crowd control, accident or crime scene protection as well as interact with members of other work units and other external agencies on a regular basis by radio, telephone and in person. The Emergency Services Unit places a very strong emphasis upon providing excellent customer service to guests, clients and staff as well as helping to ensure their safety and enjoyment while they are at Seattle Center. The unit works 365 days a year on multiple shifts and operates 24 hours a day.Additionally, Seattle Center is seeking on-call (intermittent) Security Officers. The intermittent Security Officer may work variable shifts as need arises.Job Responsibilities
  • Patrol grounds in vehicle, on bike, or on foot.
  • Provide excellent customer service to guests, clients, members of the public and staff of diverse backgrounds, as well as help to ensure their safety and enjoyment while visiting Seattle Center and Waterfront Park.
  • May be assigned to work communications center to monitor various fire alarms, as well as provide building access security to those areas with strict access limitations.
  • Inform citizens of laws and regulations.
  • Prevent and check for potential property damage and safety hazards.
  • Report and respond to emergencies, as well as administer first aid.
  • May be required to testify in court regarding incidents you encounter while on duty.
  • Investigate situations and write reports.
  • Train temporary staff.
  • Communicate clearly to a diverse group of guests, clients and the public.
  • Speak, read, and write fluently in English to explain rules and regulations on safety issues.
  • Must have ability to write incident reports and enter patrol logs on a computer.
QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:Requires a minimum of one year security work experience (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class).The most successful candidates will have:
  • At least one year broad range of security experience with large crowds for Event Support, Parks & Recreation, transit and public assembly, or other types of customer focused security experience. Range of experience must include providing security and safety to public grounds and the general public in a public facing space.
  • Training in law enforcement, military, public safety or other security areas within the last ten years.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and application of principles and methods of buildings and grounds security.
  • Excellent written and oral communications skills; and demonstrated experience interacting successfully with a diverse population.
  • Flexibility, adaptability, and ability to change in a dynamically environment.
  • Ability to use and operate Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Excellent driving record.
License, Certification, and Other Requirements:Current Washington State driver license is required.Work Environment/Physical Demands:
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
  • Must be available to work all shifts, weekends and holidays.
  • Stand, walk, and bend for extended periods of time.
Additional InformationFull-Time positions:The full pay range for this step-progression position is $33.17 - $40.24 per hour. New employees begin at Step 1 of the pay progression, which is $33.17 hourly. Current City employees' starting rate of pay will be based on Personnel Rules regarding promotions.On-Call positions:The full salary range for these positions are $33.17 per hour. Temporary employees begin at step 1, which is $33.17 hourly. Intermittent employees do not get salary step increases. You'll also get premium pay that increases the more hours you work. (Starts at an additional 5% on top of your base rate, up to 25%!)How to Apply:Applications will be accepted for this position until 4:00 pm Pacific Time on Tuesday, September 9, 2025. To be considered for this position, please complete:NEOGOV online (or paper) applicationSupplemental questionnaireYour application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the application. Cover letters and/or resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted.IMPORTANT NOTE: To align with our commitment to equity and the City of Seattle's Race and Social Justice Initiative, Seattle Center is collecting cover letters and resumes without personal identifiers to achieve a blind screening process.Driving Record - If you are selected to advance in this hiring process, you will be asked to obtain a complete 5-Year (Full) driving record from the Department of Licensing. Candidates with driving history that does not meet our current safety standards will be disqualified from consideration. Current City of Seattle Employees in a driving position may be required to submit an updated abstract.Pre-Employment Physical - Due to the tasks associated with this role, you will be required to successfully pass a preemployment physical.Background Check - Hiring process involves a background check of conviction and arrest records. The hiring process will be conducted in compliance with Seattle's Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17. Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain and correct background information. Successful candidates may be asked to apply for Special Police Commission.Why work at the City?The City of Seattle recognizes every City employee must play a role in ending institutional and structural racism. Our culture is the result of our behavior, our personal commitments, and the ways that we courageously share our perspectives and encourage others to do the same. To cultivate an antiracist culture, we seek employees who will engage in dismantling racist policies and procedures, unlearn the way things have always been done, and create and provide equitable processes and services. )Benefits (for regular employees)- The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at:Resources for Applicants:For helpful tips on the application process and recruitment process: .The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at:

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