Unarmed Security Officer - MID Ambassador

Oatridge Security Group is looking for an Unarmed Security Officer to join its rapidly growing team. An ideal candidate will have a vehicle and must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license. The Unarmed Security Officer will be responsible for conducting patrols around the Seattle Metropolitan area, working as a part of the MID Seattle Downtown Ambassadors program. The goal of the program is to ensure a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for everyone in the area of the Metropolitan Improvement District. Our Unarmed Security Officers will work alongside Seattle Police, Metro custodians, and other city outreach personnel. Officers may be required to have the ability to safely operate a vehicle, stand on their feet for long periods of time and work outside in the elements (weather). This position requires individuals that possess self-discipline, excellent de-escalation skills, a good work ethic, and punctuality.

Unarmed Security Officers applying to this position must be able to pass an extensive background check and drug test. Candidates should be well groomed, articulate, dependable, and be team players. The Officer does not act in the capacity of a law enforcement officer and has no arrest or apprehension powers. The work is performed mostly outdoors.

OSG has over 20 years' experience providing top of the line security services to the commercial sector and U.S government, operating throughout Washington and Oregon. In 2020, OSG was recognized as the SBA National 8(A) Graduate of the Year.

Benefits:

• Some of the best pay and incentives in the industry
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance
• 401(k) Matching
• Future Growth Opportunities
• Training & Mentorship

**Please see requirements below before applying**

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• No criminal convictions; felonies or gross misdemeanors that would preclude you from obtaining a WA State Security Officer license.
• Prior military, civilian, or security officer experience strongly preferred.

Required Skills, Certificates, Licenses, or Registrations:

• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license.
• Must speak, read, write, and understand the English language, apply written rules, detailed orders, instructions and training material.
• Excellent customer service via phone and face to face conversation, excellent written and spoken command of the English language.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty up to the standards of OSG.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Detect, deter, and report crime, fire, unusual events, and emergencies.
• Conduct lengthy foot patrols throughout downtown Seattle
• Required to follow all company personnel and safety policies and perform all assigned duties in a safe manner.
• Will arrive at work at the designated time in proper uniform with any necessary equipment.
• Will carry out general and special orders for assigned post.
• Will communicate via radio, telephone and in-person, according to orders.
• Will be responsible for cleanliness of uniform and assigned equipment.
• Meet, greet, and interact professionally with clients and the general public.
• Maintain poise and self-control under stress.
• Construct and write clear, concise, accurate, and detailed reports in English.
• Read, speak, understand, and apply printed rules, detailed orders, instructions, and training materials in English.
• Must be comfortable turning away trespassers, loiterers, and transients (who might be under the influence of drugs or alcohol) on the client's property from a safe distance away.
• This is not a comprehensive list of duties. Other duties may be assigned as needed.