What are the responsibilities and job description for the Security Supervisor position at City of Bellingham, WA?

Salary : $92,664.00 - $112,260.00 Annually

Location : City of Bellingham, WA

Job Type : Full Time

Job Number : 25-SECURITY SUPERVISOR

Department : Public Works

Opening Date : 02 / 14 / 2025

Closing Date : 3 / 3 / 2025 8 : 30 AM Pacific

FLSA : Exempt

Bargaining Unit : 231

Nature of Work

Join the City of Bellingham as a Security Supervisor and lead a dynamic team in ensuring the safety and security of our public spaces while fostering strong community partnerships and promoting inclusive and effective service!

The Security Supervisor provides oversight for the City's unarmed security staff and services. Coordinates, plans, organizes, and manages security activities and operations to meet service standards and client needs. Responsibilities include supervising security staff, ensuring compliance with City and departmental policies and procedures, minimizing disruption to City services, maintaining thorough documentation, and establishing strong partnerships with City departments to build a cohesive, professional, supportive and inclusive Citywide security program.

Salary and Benefits :

The current full salary range for this position is $7,722 / month - $9,355 / month. Employees receive step increases annually in accordance with the and City policy.

Research has demonstrated that salary negotiation can further inequality due to bias across gender and race. To prevent negotiation bias, the City places new employees within the published salary range based on qualifications and professional experience as listed on the application material, in accordance with City policy. This is in line with the City's commitment to accessibility, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Candidates who exceed the minimum experience requirements shall be given credit for advanced step placement at the rate of one additional pay step for each two full years of directly related or equivalent professional experience beyond the minimum requirements. Candidates who meet minimum qualifications or have experience that is not directly related or in a lower-level position will be placed at step one in the salary range. For positions that require a bachelor's degree, one additional step may be granted for applicants with a master's degree in a related field when the master's degree is not required to meet minimum qualifications. The City's HR Department regularly evaluates minimum qualifications to provide equitable employment opportunities.

For internal candidates, placement within the range is based on City Pay Placement Procedures.

At the City of Bellingham, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that helps you thrive in both your career and personal life. Join our team and enjoy peace of mind knowing that you and your loved ones are well cared for. Here's a closer look at the outstanding benefits that come with being part of our team. You can and

10 hours of vacation leave per month, with increased accrual over time
12 paid holidays 1 floating holiday per year
8 hours of sick leave accrued monthly
Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families
Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
Flexible spending accounts and medical insurance opt-out program
Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Washington State Retirement plan (DRS) for retirement security
Optional 457 deferred compensation (Retirement Savings Plan) with employer match

Leave accruals are based on 1.0 FTE, accruals are pro-rated if part-time and require employees to be in paid status at least 120 hours / month.

Closing Date / Time : Mon. 03 / 03 / 25 8 : 30 AM Pacific Time

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB :

Supervises and coordinates the City's security program. Develops, plans, schedules, coordinates, monitors and recommends a wide variety of security practices and processes. Works with other departments, City staff and community members to facilitate and coordinate services. Develops and recommends policies and procedures. Directs and evaluates daily activities to ensure high-quality work and service, consistent application of policies, and safe operations. Forecasts staffing needs, creates and adjusts work schedules, meets with staff regularly and resolves questions and conflicts. Proactively builds relationships and establishes trust with community members of all ages, cultures and diverse backgrounds.

Supervises security staff and operations; plans, organizes, coordinates, assigns and evaluates work. Recommends for hire, develops performance standards and monitors performance. Recommends and delivers corrective action as appropriate. Responsible for training, motivating and establishing a system of effective communication and cooperation. Trains and orients employees on general facilities, work assignments, policies, practices and procedures.

Supports the safe and welcoming use of City buildings and grounds. Responds to active security events, serves as person-in-charge for high-risk security incidents, and assists departments with security planning. Enforces City and department policies; employs de-escalation techniques and conflict resolution skills and issues denials of service. Calls for police response when necessary. Coordinates with law enforcement and emergency responders as required and administers first aid in line with City policies and WA Good Samaritan Law. Preserves scene and / or secures area while awaiting law enforcement response for follow-up of an incident. Provides support to operational person in charge or incident liaison during an emergency or evacuation.

Develops and implements processes to support staff impacted by stressful incidents, crisis situations or violent encounters. Coordinates debriefings and recommends crisis communication practices and other resources to support both security and site staff.

Monitors, evaluates and reports on the City's security program by analyzing routes and identifying patterns and trends; recommends and implements program improvements and provides data to client departments as needed

Ensures appropriate and accurate documentation of security activities, including security incidents, criminal or suspicious behavior, medical or behavioral incidents, trespass / exclusion information and expiry dates, property damage, information requests, building access, and lost and found property.

Maintains familiarity with client department policies and service needs. Develops security protocols in collaboration with the Superintendent and department heads or designees; meets regularly to review service levels.

Operates and monitors video camera systems. Operates, maintains and monitors the electronic access control systems.

ADDITIONAL WORK PERFORMED :

Serves as backup and provides support as needed to ensure continuity of service and community safety.

Operates City vehicles for patrols and other duties.

Provides safety information and training sessions on a regular basis.

May participate in other activities such as committee work, as assigned.

Participates in related organizations, conferences, and training to enhance skills and remain current in security practices and technology.

Performs other related work of a similar nature or level.

Physical ability to perform the essential functions of the job, including :

Frequently operate a computer and other office equipment such as a keyboard, mouse and phone;

Frequently stand or walk for long periods of time indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions;

Occasionally stoop, bend, and climb stairs;

Frequently communicate accurate information and ideas with others;

Frequently move between work sites;

Lift and transport items weighing up to 35 lbs.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT :

Work is performed in an office setting with periods of time sitting or standing and working at a computer workstation, with a variety of office equipment. Work is also performed outdoors in all weather conditions. This position will frequently interact with the public. May be exposed to hostile, offensive language, or interactions with angry or volatile individuals. Work involves frequent travel between City buildings and sites.

Experience and Training

Associate degree with a focus in law enforcement, criminal justice, risk management, facilities management, security management or related field.

Four (4) years of work experience in a security, law or policy enforcement position with three of those years in a public-facing role that included responding to, de-escalating, documenting and resolving security incidents or policy / law violations.

One year of supervisory or lead experience required.

Experience working with community members of all ages, cultures and diverse backgrounds required.

Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite required.

Experience with access control and camera surveillance systems preferred.

An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to provide the applicant with the knowledge, skills and ability to successfully perform the essential functions of the job will be considered.

Necessary Special Requirements

Employment contingent upon passing a criminal convictions check and child and vulnerable adult abuse records check (See Fair Hiring Practices).

Verification of ability to work in the United States by date of hire.

Must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays and to adapt to schedule changes on short notice.

Valid First Aid and CPR certification or ability to secure within six (6) months of hire.

A valid Washington State driver's license and good driving record. Candidates must submit a three-year driving abstract prior to hire.

Selection Process

You are encouraged to print a copy of this job announcement for your reference as the process moves along

As part of the application process, a cover letter is required.

Within the cover letter, please answer the following questions :

Please indicate why you are interested in this position, and why this position is the next right step for you in your career.

Provide a brief summary of your education, experience and qualifications for this position.

Please ensure your application is complete and all required information has been provided. Standard completeness means all application fields (contact information, personal information, education, work experience, references, and supplemental questions). Application materials should comprehensively document your experience and skills related to the position responsibilities and experience / training requirements. As part of the City's commitment to reducing bias in the hiring process, Human Resources redacts personally identifiable information for reviewers. Only the documents listed as required will be reviewed.

Interviews for the most qualified candidates are tentatively scheduled for March 24,2025. Invitations to participate in the Interview process will be sent via e-mail on or around March 13, 2025.

Please Note : Candidates will receive updates regarding application status via email. Please be sure to check your email frequently, including your spam folders for messages filtered by your email providers.

Equal Opportunity :

Our environment is characterized by respect for cultural backgrounds, belief systems, and ethnic diversity. The City of Bellingham is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its work force. We do not make decisions on the basis of an individual's race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, age (40 ), disability, retaliation, sexual orientation or gender identity, honorably discharged veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking, use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. All are encouraged to apply for employment.

Fair Hiring Practices

The City provides individuals who have been arrested or convicted of a criminal offense an equal and fair opportunity to obtain employment.

The City will not inquire about an applicant's criminal history until after a conditional job offer has been made.

The City will disregard the prior arrest and conviction record of an otherwise qualified individual unless the offense is directly related to the job position for which the individual has applied.

The City will notify an otherwise qualified applicant about a potentially disqualifying conviction and give the applicant an opportunity to submit information regarding the accuracy of the criminal records as well as evidence of mitigation or rehabilitation, as appropriate.

There are many good reasons for working at the City of Bellingham. The work is rewarding and you have an opportunity to serve your community. Another good reason is the great benefits that the City offers its employees. See our for additional information.

This position is represented by the Teamsters 231 bargaining unit. Specific benefit information including Holidays, Vacation Accruals, Health, Dental and Vision Plans with cost sharing and Deferred Compensation Match can be found in the

This position is covered by the State of Washington Department of Retirement Systems PERS plan. PERS requires mandatory employee and City contributions. Please visit the for more information on PERS.

Thank you for your interest in this position at the City of Bellingham! To ensure a consistent review, only the City of Bellingham job application and required supplemental documents will be reviewed. Cover letters and resumes are not reviewed unless they are required as part of the process. When applying for this position, you must thoroughly complete each section of your application, and provide a thorough response to each of the supplemental questions. Please do not indicate "see resume" or copy content that is unrelated to the position being applied for from your resume when answering these questions.

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As part of the application process, a cover letter (no longer than one page) is required. Within the cover letter, please answer the following questions : Please indicate why you are interested in this position, and why this position is the next right step for you in your career.Have you attached your cover letter?

Yes, I have attached my cover letter.

No, I have not attached my cover letter and I understand my application will be considered incomplete.

Do you have or are you willing to obtain a Washington State drivers license and provide a 3-year driving history prior to hire?

Are you willing and able to secure and maintain a valid First Aid and CPR certification within six (6) months of hire?

Do you have a demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite?

Are you willing and able to work evenings, weekends and holidays and to adapt to schedule changes on short notice?

Do you have at least an associate degree with a focus in law enforcement, criminal justice, risk management, facilities management, security management or related field?

If your degree is in a related field, please describe the degree and how it is related below.

Do you have one year of supervisory or lead experience?

If you answered yes to the question above, please describe your supervisory or lead experience. What were your responsibilities and duties in regard to supervising others?

Do you have experience working with community members of all ages, cultures and diverse backgrounds?

If you answered yes to the question above, please describe your experience working with community members of all ages, cultures and diverse backgrounds.

Do you have four (4) years of work experience in a security, law or policy enforcement position with three of those years in a public-facing role that included responding to, de-escalating, documenting and resolving security incidents or policy / law violations?

If you answered yes to the above question, please describe your experience in a security, law or policy enforcement position. Please include experience with de-escalating, documenting and resolving security incidents or policy / law violations.

Do you have experience with access control and camera surveillance (preferred)?

If you answered yes to the question above, tell us what systems you have worked with and describe your involvement.

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