Security Specialist
2 weeks ago
11/04/24
Application Deadline
11/14/24
Pay Range
Hiring Pay Range: $23.00 - $27.00 hourly
Full Pay Range: $23.00 - $31.00 hourly
Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.
Job Type
Unclassified
Department
Emergency Management
About the Position
The Security Specialist provides specialized armed security services and security protection to our County leaders and ensures the safety of County facilities and property. They also function as a strategic consultant to departments to enhance safety and advance organizational capabilities through Non-Violent Crisis Intervention techniques. Recognizes and responds to workplace violence and performs physical (Facility) security assessments.
ABOUT US
Are you passionate about safety and security with a high level of patience, dedication, devotion, and empathy? We are looking for motivated individuals to rise to the occasion Maricopa County Department of Emergency Management prepares for/ responds to and recovers from large-scale community disasters. Some of our partners include local and state governments, industry leaders, universities, and community organizations active in disasters. One of our divisions is Security Services, which provides a strong safety & security atmosphere through a superior level of professionalism and outstanding customer service. We affirmatively promote, preserve, and enhance a safe, secure, comfortable, and welcoming environment for all County residents. Our responsibilities are to the people and safeguarding and protecting all County assets assigned to our care. Join our team to continue our efforts to keep our residents safe from disaster
Proud to Offer
- Perform work with a greater purpose
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Growth and stability since 1871
- Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
- Exceptional work-life balance
- Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
- Enrollment in Arizona State Retirement System
- Paid vacation, sick, and parental (birth/adoption) leaves
- Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.27% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
- Extensive wellness program with $60 monthly medical premium discounts
- Employee discounts for goods and services
- Learn more at Work With Us|Maricopa County, AZ
- Two years of armed security-related experience within a criminal justice system, security industry, corrections, law enforcement, or military police environment
- High school diploma or GED
- Must successfully complete a pre-employment alcohol + drug screening test
- Valid Arizona driver's license upon hire
- Must possess or have the ability to obtain within 120 days of hire, a Concealed Weapons Permit (CCW)
- Must possess or have the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire CPR, AED, and First Aid certification
- Post-secondary education in Security Management or related field
- Three years of advanced security-related experience within a criminal justice system, security industry, corrections, law enforcement, or military police environment
- Prior experience as an instructor in the security industry
- Certification from DPS or other licensed agencies in firearms safety instruction or use of other non-lethal weaponry
- Provide security protection to County Supervisors and County Officials at public meetings and special events
- Direct the security command center operations, including monitoring CCTV, multiple Access Control Systems, and digital alarm receivers - fire, burglar, and 911 computer systems
- Patrol County property by answering alarms, investigating disturbances, and taking charge in potentially threatening situations requiring the use of physical restraints
- Provide security presence concerning employee relation matters and contentious public relation situations and provide escort to County facilities and parking lots for employees and visitors
- Prepare reports to the Security Services Supervisor regarding shift activity and special issues
- Coordinate with emergency agencies during emergencies, including contracted security personnel
- Initiate, coordinate, and participate in emergency response preparedness and field exercises in partnership with Maricopa County Departments
- Enforce County parking regulations by issuing tickets and controlling traffic
- Use approved levels of force to interdict and physically restrain individuals in an effort to maintain civility, safety, and security
- Ability to work night shift position
- This position's work environment will include working in an armed capacity, including wearing a gun belt, body armor, or other Department required or issued equipment as authorized
- The physical environment includes running for short periods, walking continuously for one hour, climbing stairs, operating vehicles, operating mechanical equipment, remaining standing for a period of up to three hours, sitting for extended periods, utilizing Department issued or approved lethal or non-lethal weaponry (including the physical restraint of unauthorized or threatening persons)
- May have to lift or carry up to 50lbs
- Ability to work evenings and weekends for executive protection assignments and rotational assignments which may include overtime
- Only the most qualified candidates will be considered
- Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
- Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
- Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive
Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.
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