Security Guard 2 pay range

What the state says the job is

Provides protection and security to assigned facilities, buildings, grounds, and their residents, staff and visitors by patrolling, inspecting and securing property. Conducts investigations of non-felony incidents in compliance with local law enforcement agreement. Represents local law enforcement agency in confiscating and storing contraband, locating witnesses, serving subpoenas, responding to off-campus vehicle accidents and writing reports.

Examples of the work

Patrols buildings and grounds by foot and/or vehicle and two-way radio; promotes safe environment, enforces rules and policies of facility and grounds, and enforces rules of behavior; secures unattended areas; Patrols and inspects buildings and grounds to detect and prevent fire, theft, illegal entry, escapes and property damage; examines gates, doors and windows to ensure security; checks exit lights biweekly; Controls access to buildings; opens buildings and turns on lights and heat as necessary; turns off unnecessary lights; locks and unlocks public access doors; shuts off elevator; and locks areas at the end of the day; Inspects for fire and safety hazards, makes corrections as necessary ...

Minimum qualifications

One year of experience as a Security Guard 1. OR High school graduation or GED and two years of experience in areas of work such as: security guard, correctional officer or store investigations, or, police officer, police reserve officer, military police, or other law enforcement work. OR A certificate of completion in a basic law enforcement training program approved by the Washington Criminal Justice Training Commission; or, a certificate of completion in a police or reserve police academy or military training program will substitute for one of the two years of required experience. A valid driver's license may be required.