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Security Guard

Bellevue, WA

$24.50/HR

11:30 PM- 7:30 AM (weekends included)

Job Description

About Our Client, located in the heart of Downtown Bellevue, is a family-owned and fourth-generation company. Building community and fostering cultural growth has been a legacy of the family for over seven decades. This dedication to the betterment of Bellevue as a place to live and work and the creation of community-centric developments has and will always be the hallmark of the family. We are currently looking for individuals that have a strong work ethic that upholds the values and goals of the company by performing their job to the best of their ability. You will be a great candidate if you are dependable, respectful, productive, and a good team player.

Under general supervision, Communication Specialists, “Dispatchers”, perform clerical work for the Security Department involving the operation of radio, telephones, computerized and electronic communications equipment at The Bellevue Collection and properties. Incumbents are assigned to particular shifts and may have to work varying or rotating shifts. Work is performed under the direct supervision of a Communications Sergeant who reports to the Assistant Manager and Security Manager in charge of Communications.

Employees in this classification perform operating level duties as licensed security/communication officers on a 24-hour-a-day, 7-day-per-week basis, typically working five (5) eight (8) hour shifts totaling 40 hours per week, with overtime required at times. Work varies, but is generally governed by department rules, regulations, and operating procedures, with job performance reviewed regularly by the Security Communications Manager. The Communication Specialist is expected to act with a great deal of independence and initiative in daily performance of their duties, continuously demonstrating and maintaining proficiency in all security-related tasks, while working in harmony with fellow employees and fostering teamwork whenever possible. The Communication Specialist will be tested on their knowledge and asked to demonstrate certain skills at regular intervals.

Hard Skills

• Pre-assignment security training

• Safety orientation, MSDS program and emergency evacuation

• PSTN tape series

• CPR / First Aid & AED

• Fire Extinguisher and response training

• Computer training – Microsoft Office, Perspective, merge digital photographs, print reports

• Verbal Judo tape series

• Control Room / Dispatcher training / 911 procedures

• Optional Training – flagging in order to work special events

• Proficient in English language

• Ability to maintain composure and make appropriate decisions

• Ability to determine priorities among simultaneous requests and messages

• Ability to transcribe radio and telephone messages quickly and accurately

• Ability to perform assigned duties with minimal supervision

• Ability to meet and deal with the public in a tactful, professional manner

• Ability to accurately remember details

• Ability to learn new procedures and adapt existing ones to new situations

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions

• Ability to type at a reasonable speed with accuracy

• Ability to establish and maintain effective, cordial, working relationships

• Considerable knowledge of departmental rules and procedures as they relate to the communications role

• Considerable knowledge of codes and abbreviations required for radio communications, computer, and related electronics equipment

• Working knowledge of pertinent laws and regulations commonly involved in loss prevention and property management

• Ability to operate computer terminals, as well as Simplex Fire Systems, Cardkey Computer, License Plate Recognition program, Emergency Intercoms, Elevator Intercoms, and control switches

• Ability to work effectively under pressure

• Ability to express ideas courteously and effectively

• Ability to read, understand, and interpret rules and regulations, including safety regulations

• Ability to assimilate information and then formulate an appropriate plan of action

• Ability and willingness to follow and abide by all issued and/or published rules and regulations

• Ability to work independently

• Ability to deal courteously and tactfully with the public and fellow employees

• Ability to react calmly and quickly in emergency situations

• High standards of ethical conduct

• Ability to work varied shift assignments, including weekends and holidays

• Ability to monitor and operate fixed base communications equipment

• Ability to receive and transmit messages between fixed base locations and mobile units

• Ability to initiate and coordinate movement of security personnel

• Ability to maintain current and accurate listing of field unit locations

• Ability to monitor electronic alarms, emergency management systems, and other warning systems

• Ability to provide information and assistance to the public

• Ability to monitor video surveillance camera systems

• Ability to maintain typed logs showing field unit activities

• Ability to prepare a variety of reports

• Ability to perform other clerical duties including filing and data coding

• Ability to reach above head to operate fire panel equipment

• Ability to lift files weighing approximately 20lbs occasionally

• Ability to move quickly around the dispatch center during emergencies

• Ability to sit for long periods while maintaining alertness and attention

• Ability to talk on two-way radio in calm, clear voice

• Ability to talk with individuals who are upset and calm emotionally charged situations

• Ability to give directions to visitors

• Ability to perform related duties as required

Soft Skills

• Hardworking

• Reliable

• Customer Service Oriented

• Honest

• Teamwork

• Intelligent

• Proactive

• Upbeat

• Confident

• Detail Oriented

• Logical

• Compassionate

• Helpful

• Thoughtful

• Open minded

• Results-oriented

• Diplomatic

• Perceptive

• Sound Judgment

• Ethical

Job Type

This is a permanent position.

Work Site

This is a fully on-site position in BELLEVUE, Washington.

Work Environment

Inside and outdoors

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.