Security Guard - Belonging​/Vancouver

Our vision is to ensure that “All Washington's children and youth grow up safe and healthy, thriving physically, emotionally, and educationally, nurtured by family and community”.

Security Guard 2 (SG2)

Vancouver, WA (Belonging House)

10/10/26

$50,412- $67,704 Annually (The posted salary does not include an on-site 24/7 facility 5% premium)

We're looking for a Security Guard 2 (SG2) to join our team at the Vancouver Belonging House Placement Exception Facility. DCYF Placement Exception Facilities provide short-term housing for foster youth ages 13–18 who have significant behavioral or mental health needs, require intensive supervision, and do not currently have an appropriate placement. Facilities serve up to three youths with a staff-to-youth ratio of 1:3.

Security staff are responsible for maintaining the overall safety and security of the facility, providing appropriate supervision, and intervening when necessary to support youth and staff safety. Security staff does not count toward the required staffing ratio but plays a critical role in maintaining a safe and secure environment. Staff may also be responsible for implementing facility fire safety protocols.

• 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.

• One year of experience as a Security Guard 1.
• Two years of experience in areas of work such as security guard, correctional officer, 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.
• Equivalent education and experience totaling two years in areas of work such as: security guard, correctional officer, store investigations, police officer, police reserve officer, military police, or other law enforcement work.

Note:

The incumbent must have or successfully obtain a Washington State Food Handler card within 14 days of employment.

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

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 goal 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.

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