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Washington State Patrol Security Guard 2 in Seattle, Washington
*About the Position: *A Security Guard 2 is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Video Monitoring Center functions, designated within the Washington State Ferries Alternative Security Plan. The primary duties of the position are to provide 24/7/365 visual assistance to the WSP Homeland Security Division and security aboard WSF's 21 vessels and 16 terminal properties. They assist local law enforcement with investigations of crimes that occur on WSF property, to include locating witnesses, suspects, suspicious persons, documenting activities and furnishing video in accordance with Sensitive Security Information regulations.
About the Division: *The *Homeland Security Division (HSD) encompasses Vessel and Terminal Security (VATS) for the entire WSF fleet and terminal security in Western Washington counties, command of the four WSP inter-agency bomb squads, canine handler training for explosives and narcotics canine teams, agency homeland security and emergency management coordination, and manages the Washington State Fusion Center (WSFC).
About the Agency: *The WSP actively supports *Diversity, Equity, Inclusion *in the workplace, and is an *Equal Opportunity Employer.* *The WSP strives to create and foster an inclusive culture inspiring everyone to be their authentic selves, speak openly, and be courageous. The WSP continues to focus on equitable hiring, training, and promotional practices and policies through innovative recruitment and retention solutions. Partnering with our communities helps the WSP provide the best in public safety services now and into the future.
Duties
*Our new teammate will be able to: *
- Proactively and reactively monitor WSF cameras, computer software, and systems located in the VMC in support of the Homeland Security Division and mission.
- Fulfill video search requests made by WSF and law enforcement entities.
- Coordinate with WSP Communications centers for information dissemination.
- Field calls from WSF/Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) Operations for security threats, complaints, and accident/injury claims.
- Conduct camera system checks daily and report defective cameras to WSF DOT Information and Technology Division (ITD). Coordinate with WSF ITD to further identify and catalog critical camera views for secure spaces aboard vessels and terminals.
- Review, package, (provide Sensitive Security Information (SSI) labeling), and forward requested video footage (via FTP File Transfer) video requests to SSI-cleared requesters.
- Actively monitor the LPR cameras for alerts; Associated Criminal Activity Alerts; Amber Alerts; Silver Alerts; Wanted Suspect Alerts, and Registered Vehicle Alerts to confirm related stolen vehicle reports. Identify LPR system problems/concerns and communicate those concerns with the WSP ITD.
Please note: Work schedules vary to cover 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, and 365 days per year, including holidays. The incumbent may be expected to adjust their work schedule to meet operational needs and work alone in an isolated space.
Qualifications
*Required Qualifications: *
- High School diploma or GED equivalent
- A minimum of 1 year security guard, correctional officer, store investigations security officer, police officer, military police, or other law enforcement experience
Why work for the Washington State Patrol?
Continuous growth and development opportunities.
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