Security Officer

Why Planned Parenthood?  Working at Planned Parenthood of the Great Northwest, Hawai’i, Alaska, Indiana, and Kentucky is more than a job.  It provides the opportunity to contribute to our powerful mission and perform meaningful work.As an organization, we are focused on equity, diversity, and inclusion. Specifically, we recognize that profound racism impacts the education, health, and well-being of people in our communities, and we are actively working to address all forms of oppression. We believe our employees should reflect the diversity of the populations we serve, including racial and ethnic diversity. People of color are strongly urged to apply.   About this position: Under the general supervision and direction of the Security Manager, this role is responsible for assisting with providing security for staff, volunteers, patients, and visitors; assists with administering the badging and alarm systems across the affiliate. The Security Technician II is a member of the Security and Facilities Team of PPGNHAIK.  This is a Full-time union role, based in Seattle, Washington, 1.0 FTE. What you’ll be doing:   Ensures that staff & visitors have proper identification badges or visitor stickers. Monitors all PPGNHAIK facilities for security or parking concerns and reports to the Manager as appropriate. Provides back-up to the front desk receptionist. Develops and maintains a thorough knowledge of all building security and fire alarm systems.  Provides coordination as needed with both police and fire department personnel.  Develops ongoing professional relationships with health center employees by visiting multiple local health centers weekly.  Trains incoming volunteers for the Patient Escort Program.  Also monitors existing escorts weekly activities while volunteering at the health centers. Facilitates the safety committee monthly meetings at the Seattle Administration Building.  Checks and monitors the HVAC computer software, in the event a help ticket is needed for an adjustment to the system. On a weekly basis or as needed, logs into the onsite system and runs tests that verify the balancing of the heating and air conditioning systems in the Madison building.  Travels to local health centers, or other PPGNHAIK facilities as directed and assesses the fire alarm equipment rooms, as well as the fire extinguishers, and completes a checklist to insure the timely updating, repair or replacement of such equipment. Shall perform other fire equipment tests as needed. Coordinates and leads orientations of the Seattle Administration Building for all new PPGNHAIK Employees.  Supervisory Responsibilities: none Education: High School diploma or equivalent. Experience: At least 3 years of experience as a security guard or officer in an office environment. Intermediate level knowledge in Microsoft Word and Outlook required License: Must have access to a vehicle. Valid driver’s license and automobile liability insurance required.  Compensation:    PPGNHAIK's compensation philosophy is based in equity and transparency.  Starting offers are determined by both the candidate's directly applicable experience and internal equity within the pay grade. The pay range is $ 19.97 to $ 27.14, paid hourly.  Perks:As part of our total rewards package, we offer meaningful work, generous time off and benefits, promotional opportunities, and competitive compensation.Our attractive benefits package includes medical, dental and vision coverage for you and eligible dependents, life insurance, short and long term disability coverage, as well as a retirement plan. We also provide transportation benefits at eligible locations. For additional information regarding compensation, pay scales, or total rewards, please reach out to jobs@ppgnhaik.org.  Next Steps: Please click apply now below to submit an application and resume. Once your information has been reviewed by our recruitment team, we will reach out by telephone and email to schedule an interview for all qualified applicants. Please continue to check your spam folder for all email communications that may come from our organization. Equal opportunity employment:PPGNHAIK is an equal-opportunity employer and seeks to recruit persons of diverse backgrounds -and to support their retention and advancement within the organization. Justice is one of our core values, and we are committed to fostering a workplace culture inclusive of people with respect to their race, ethnicity, national origin, gender/gender identity, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, marital status, age, disabilities, political affiliation, religious beliefs or any other characteristic.  Our commitment to justice and diversity also means providing a work environment that is welcoming, respectful and engaging.Racism deeply impacts the health and wellbeing of our communities, compounding existing disparities' and creating intersectional barriers. We strive to name and address these barriers through community engagement and assessment, relevant and effective policy creation, and organizational accountability methods. We support initiatives that address all forms of oppression, however, maintaining an explicit focus on race is essential to advancing equity across our communities. Improving outcomes for people of color will improve outcomes for everyone.  Proof of completed Covid vaccination is required for employment with Planned Parenthood

Salary : $20 - $27