Seasonal Security Officer

SPECIAL NOTES

Position Details

• Open until filled
• Letter of interest and resume are preferred
• Best to apply by:February 22nd
• Season length:April through September

What to Expect (timeline subject to change)

• Application screening:4th week of February
• If selected, Interview:2nd or 3rdweek of March

LOTT Clean Water Alliance is a regional wastewater treatment utility serving Lacey, Olympia, Tumwater, and Thurston County. We are proud to be a leader in protecting public health and the environment, and we are looking for a Seasonal Security Officer to join our team.

LOTT’s Seasonal Security Officers will help keep LOTT’s facilities safe and welcoming by observing and walking the grounds, checking cameras and alarms, and assisting visitors when they need help. They’ll communicate clearly with staff and the public, and take brief notes about anything important that happens during their shift. This role is great for someone who is alert, friendly, and comfortable being on their feet both indoors and outside.

The season is expected to run from April through September.

The ideal candidate is calm in high stress situations, pays close attention to their surroundings, and enjoys helping people while keeping safety top of mind.

Under general direction of the Facilities Manager, observe, patrol, make reports, and respond to events in order to ensure and maintain the safety and security of LOTT facilities, staff and visitors. The Security Officer will maintain a visible presence on LOTT grounds, remaining alert for the presence of unauthorized persons and other violations.

• Personally patrol assigned areas to ensure personal, building and equipment safety.
• Assist in the monitoring and use of LOTT’s security camera and building alarm systems.
• Use of LOTT protocols to greet and educate guests, monitor their activities and report any suspicious activity to the Facilities Manager and/or local police department.
• Diffuse tense or stressful situations and navigate interactions with lost children or concerned parents and other members of the public.
• Inform and warn violators of rule infractions, such as smoking, trespassing, or other prohibited conduct.
• Respond to security events.
• Recommend or direct corrective measures to ensure employee and guest safety.
• Monitor operation of the East Bay Plaza Reclaimed Water Stream.
• Maintain a daily log of events, incidents and encounters for tracking purposes.
• Demonstrate regular and reliable attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

The Security Officer primarily performs work in public facilities and in an industrial setting. Due to the size and configuration of LOTT Facilities, the ability to stand or walk for long periods, climb stairs and sufficient agility to navigate uneven terrain and slippery surfaces both indoors and outdoors is required. Occasional carryingofitemsdirectlyrelatedtotheincumbent’sresponsibilitiesmay be necessary. The Security Officer may be exposed to a variety of health and safety conditions including inclement weather, toxic, corrosive and combustible fumes and chemicals, high voltage equipment, blood borne pathogens, and raw sewage.

This position has daily contact with the public, LOTT staff, and contracted security officers for a variety of reasons. This position also frequently interacts with visitors to the WET Center, staff from other local jurisdictions, including law enforcement, and federal, state and local regulators.

Accountable for the safety and security of assigned locations and persons.

• Accident and incident investigation and analysis techniques.
• Active listening techniques.
• De-escalation tactics.
• Recordkeeping requirements and procedures.
• Industry and program-specific best practices.

• Communicating effectively with audiences of various kinds, both orally and in writing.
• Oral and written communications.
• Operating a variety of software, including spreadsheets, databases, and other applications.
• Working within a comprehensive Safety and Security Program.

• Stand or walk constantly, for up to an entire shift.
• Display exceptional customer service skills.
• Maintain a clean and neat physical appearance.
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