Security Guard; Part time Seattle WA Temple

Security Guard (Part time, 20 hours a week) - Seattle WA Temple

Seattle, WA, United States (On‑site)

To meet the needs of the Church, we seek to build teams that represent the diverse perspectives, broad life experiences and backgrounds of our global Church membership. With that in mind, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply.

Provides security coverage for the protection of Church property from fire, theft, vandalism, trespassing, and illegal entry; renders appropriate first aid response in medical situations occurring on Church property; renders security‑related assistance to employees, visitors, tourists; makes on‑the‑spot decisions for necessary response.

• 25% Makes required number of reviews of buildings and grounds during assigned shift.
• 20% Examines doors, windows, and gates to assure they are secure. Inspects for potential sources of improper entry to the buildings and reports them to the security supervisor for correction.
• 15% Assists those in need of information, directions, or with other problems. Works any shift or post as needed. Available on twenty‑four hour basis as needed for emergencies.
• 10% Registers at security checkpoints as required.
• 10% Makes personal contact with persons causing trouble and/or contacts the appropriate police agency. Makes searches of buildings on bomb calls or other threats.
• 10% Renders appropriate first aid assistance to all persons on Church property when needed. Contacts ambulance and paramedic services in emergency situations.
• 5% Watches for and reports security and safety hazards, such as unauthorized persons, suspicious circumstances, fire, physical, and mechanical hazards. Takes part in security training to develop his job capacity, skills, and security awareness.
• 5% Makes out all necessary written reports related to assignments and keeps a record noting any unusual events. Summons help as needed.

• Basic reading, writing and communications skills. Requires tact and judgment in exercising duties.
• Typically requires a minimum of 2‑3 years security, law enforcement or military experience.
• Successful completion of prescribed security training and certification test within 90‑day period (CPR, First Aid, Basic Security Procedures, etc.), and recertification each year thereafter.
• 2 years of post‑high‑school education or equivalent security training preferred. Additional security related schooling and experience helpful.
• No prior police record, or affiliation with anti‑government or anti‑Church groups.
• Ability to lead others communicating direction clearly.

• Salary: $26.61 – $29.93 per hour.
• Number of Openings: 1.

The Church acknowledges that all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.