Security Guard 2 (Sg2) - Belonging House/Vancouver

 Our vision is to ensure that "Washington state's children and youth grow up safe and healthy- thriving physically, emotionally, and academically, nurtured by family and community." 

Job Title: Security Guard 2 (SG2) 

Location:Vancouver, WA (Belonging House) We currently have openings for day, swing, and graveyard shifts.

Closes: 10/9/24

Salary:  $3,999 - $5,370 Monthly

 This recruitment has been reposted for additional applications. If you have already applied there is no need to reapply- your application status remains unchanged.

We're looking for a Security Guard 2 (SG2) to join our team at the Vancouver Belonging House. The Belonging House may serve up to seven youths, with a staff ratio of one social service specialist or support specialist to three youths. This position will require the use of strong assessment and engagement skills to support youth with complex mental health, developmental, and behavioral needs. In this role, you will manage crisis situations calmly and demonstrate skills of de-escalation. If this sounds like a good fit, apply today!

Click here to learn more about DCYF.

The Opportunity:

Security guards provide protection and security to assigned facilities, buildings, grounds, and their residents, staff, and visitors by patrolling, inspecting, and securing property. This position also conducts investigations of non-felony incidents in compliance with local law enforcement agreements. 

Some of what you'll do:

• Ensure the safety and security of youth and staff.
• Patrol buildings and grounds by foot and/or vehicle. 
• Control access to buildings.
• Enforce safety and security policies.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of daily activities, incidents, and security-related issues. 
• Prepare written reports for management regarding security breaches, disturbances, or other notable occurrences. 
• Ensure the safety of staff while working with youth with complex mental health, developmental, and behavioral needs.

What we're looking for (Required Qualifications):

One year of experience as a Security Guard 1.

OR

Two (2) years of experience in areas of work such as security guard, correctional officer or store investigations, police officer, police reserve officer, military police, or other law enforcement work.

A certificate of completion in a state-certified basic law enforcement training program or completion of a police or reserve police academy or military training program will substitute for 1 of the required 2 years of experience.

 Preferred/Desired Qualifications:

• Previously demonstrated work with youth. 
• Previously demonstrated excellent de-escalation skills

How do I apply?

 Complete your applicant profile and attach the following: 

•  Resume
• Cover Letter

Suppleme
ntal Information:

The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is committed to Washington's children and youth growing up safe, healthy, and thriving. We invite all candidates to join us in our mission to create a diverse and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve.  If you are excited about this role but you believe that your education and/or experience might not align perfectly with every qualification in the job posting, we encourage you to apply anyway.

The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained service animal by a person with a disability.

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.  

This position is included in the supervisory bargaining unit represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).  For more information: https://wfse.org/

Incumbent must hold a valid driver's license when operating a state or privately owned vehicle on official state business.

For more information about this position or if you need an accommodation throughout the application/interview process, please contact DCYF recruiter. If you're experiencing technical difficulties creating, accessing or completing your application, call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or email support@neogov.com.

Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 902-2276 or the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at (800) 833-6388. 

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