Description

Position Description

Seattle City Light, a department of the City of Seattle, is one of the nation's largest municipally owned utilities in terms of the number of customers served. Over the years we have worked very hard to keep Seattle's electricity affordable, reliable, and environmentally sound. Today, City Light is a recognized national leader in energy efficiency and environmental stewardship.

This position will be part of the team that helps to ensure the physical security of Seattle City Light. The focus of the Security Programs Specialist will develop and implement an Employee Security Awareness Program and assist in developing a comprehensive, well-coordinated access management program. This position will report to the Security Operations Manager.

Job Responsibilities

Workplace Logistics is a division within the People & Culture Division. The Security Specialist plays a vital role in helping the utility meet its mission of delivering affordable, reliable, and environmentally responsible electricity services by securing our physical assets and creating cohesive policies to mitigate risk. The duties of the Security Programs Specialist include but are not limited to:

Program Development

• Develop, implement and maintain a Security Awareness program; assist with developing and conducting performance testing
• Plans, develops and coordinates department security and safety functions with other City departments on security related issues, such as communications, actions, and security preparedness.
• Assist in instituting a robust crime/incident prevention program

• Assist Security Systems Administrator when needed with access and video management

Building and Maintaining Relationships

• Work closely with departments across the utility to ensure we are meeting standards for physical security
• Partner with SCL Compliance to gain a line of sight on requirements for audits
• Maintain a relationship with Facilities Operation and Capital projects to be proactive about the access needs of our 200 facilities
• Collaborate with state and local, security, law enforcement and emergency response organizations

Policies, Procedures

• Assist in Developing, Review and Maintenance of security policies and procedure documents
• An understanding of WECC, FERC and NERC requirements related to SCL processes and procedures to help maintain compliance standards

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Requires three years of experience in security work, including developing security policies and procedures and supervising or leading staff (or a combination of education/training/experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class).

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Most work is performed in a normal City work/office environment.

Work may involve irregular hours and contacts with disorderly or irate citizens.

License, Certification and Other Requirements

You must hold a current valid state issued driver's license from any US state to be verified prior to start date. Out of state license holders will be required to obtain a WA state license within 30 days of hire.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• Most work is performed in a normal City work/office environment.
• Will involve travel to remote sites.
• Work will involve irregular hours and contacts with people experiencing crisis.

License, Certification and Other Requirements

• You must hold a current valid state issued driver's license from any US state to be verified prior to start date. Out of state license holders will be required to obtain a WA state license within 30 days of hire.

Desired Qualifications - You will be successful if you have the following experience, skills, and abilities:

• WA State Peace Officer Certification or equivalent.
• Access Certification through WSP.
• ALICE Instructor Certification
• Field Training Officer
• Bachelor's degree in public administration, criminal justice, business administration or similar field of study or/7-years of Law Enforcement experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of law enforcement experience, or 10 years of security supervisor-related work, including experience conducting both criminal and administrative investigations.
• Extensive experience in report writing, threat and vulnerability assessments, and public speaking.
• Demonstrated ability to create and implement employee and individual safety plans.
• Experience working with contract security personnel and a comprehensive understanding of RCWs related to criminal offenses in Washington State.
• Proven ability to develop security plans for critical infrastructureand identify and implement mitigations to address security gaps.
• Completion of ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800 courses.
• Experience with Active Threat Response protocols in workplace environments.
• Prior collaboration with local, state, and federal law enforcement on cross-jurisdictional investigations and intelligence reporting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, as well as software used for report writing, data entry, and user administration.

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice .

Additional Information

The full salary range for this position is $48.23 to $56.20 per hour.

Application Process

Please submit the following with your online application:

• A cover letter in which you clearly describe how your knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities prepare you for the job responsibilities and qualifications outlined in the job announcement
• A current resume of your educational and professional work experience.

Incomplete applications may not be considered.

Who May Apply: This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Seattle City Light values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Seattle City Light encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.

Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including the completion of a background check. The background check will involve a criminal history check, which includes conviction and arrest records in compliance with the Seattle's Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17and the City of Seattle Personnel Rule 10.3. A driving history review may be conducted in compliance with SMC 4.79.020.Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information.

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans.

Want to know more about Seattle City Light? Check out our web page: https://www.seattle.gov/city-light/about-us/careers.