Security Officer / Part-Time

Are you passionate about ensuring a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for a diverse community? Renton Technical College (RTC) is seeking a security professional to join our team. The RTC Security Officer is responsible for maintaining a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for faculty, staff, students, and guests on campus. This position requires demonstrated multicultural competence and a commitment to an inclusive and equitable campus environment. It also requires excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills, along with the ability to work effectively as part of a team. The ability to work independently, self-supervise, demonstrate critical thinking and prioritize tasks is essential.

The Security Officer is represented by the Renton Professional Technical Association (Prof-Tech) union. This is a part-time, classified, and overtime eligible position in the Security Department reporting to the Security Field Supervisor and Director of Safety & Security. Work hours for this position are 6:00am – 2:00pm, on Saturdays. The pay range for this role is $27.63 - $36.67 hourly. Salary placement will not exceed step 10 ($34.79/hour). Additional information can be found in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (Download PDF reader). The priority consideration date for this position is April 12, 2026.

Renton Technical College, located southeast of Seattle, has provided quality education in a variety of occupations for over 75 years. Our professional-technical certificate and degree programs offer entry and mid-level training in the areas of allied health, trades, and industry, culinary, business, technology, and automotive. Our outstanding college & career pathways program with classes in adult basic education, English as a second language, and GED preparation is available to those who need additional preparation before entering a training program and for those who simply wish to improve their math and English skills. Career Education and apprenticeships degrees round out our offerings.

Key Responsibilities / Essential Functions Include

• Patrol campus grounds and offsite locations by foot, and department patrol vehicle.
• Receive incoming calls with department issued phone while on duty and self-dispatch to alarm calls.
• Conduct routine security checks of buildings, facilities, and grounds periodically while on duty.
• Lock and unlock buildings and arm and disarm alarms as needed. 
• Perform safety and security inspections of AED and other life-safety equipment on a regular basis.
• Understand and enforce all the rules and regulations for the college.
• Provide assistance to students, faculty, staff, and visitors as requested. Including but not limited to, assisting with vehicle unlocks, jump start requests, and parking enforcement.
• Contact Renton Police for trespass notices and escort trespassers from campus when necessary.
• Provide walking and vehicle escorts for students, faculty, and staff upon request.
• Wear issued uniform, carry, and maintain issued equipment.
• Engage in professional development provided by the college.
• Be available to work outside of normally scheduled shift for special events or to provide coverage for training, vacation, sick time, or other leave for other department staff.
• May be responsible for or assist with the secure delivery of goods.
• Maintain an accurate daily shift log. Complete and submit incident reports in a timely manner.
• Contact the police or fire department(s) as needed in the event of emergency. Provide support as needed (directions, building access, scene security, etc.).
• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
• Maintain knowledge of the Jeanne Clery Act and assist in ensuring compliance.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Experience with persons from diverse backgrounds such as sexual orientation, racial, ethnic, religious, linguistic, gender, age, socio-economic, physical and learning abilities, and a commitment to an inclusive and equitable working / learning environment. 
• High school graduate or equivalent. 
• One year of customer service work experience, preferably in the security or public safety field. 
• One year of security experience and conflict resolution. 
• Possess an understanding of local, state, and federal laws. 
• Training in crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques.
• Demonstrated attention to detail required as well as previous experience maintaining accurate records, managing multiple tasks, and planning and organizing work to meet changing priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency in standard computer applications including Microsoft Office, Outlook, smart phone use and applications, two-way radio system, access control software, video management software, alarm applications, and records management software.
• Maintain confidentiality, think critically and exercise independent judgment required. 
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively as a team.
• Demonstrated ability to promote universal design and accessibility. Proficiency in (or ability to learn within 6 months of hire) the production of accessible content, whether print or electronic.
• Ability to represent the college in a positive and professional manner and communicate effectively, while using tact, discretion, and courtesy even in stressful situations. 
• Ability to speak a regionally top spoken language other than English is preferred (Spanish, Vietnamese, Russian, Somali, and Chinese). 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS, LICENSES, AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Possess a valid Washington State driver’s license, have a safe driving record, and demonstrate safe driving skills.
• Possess or be able to obtain First Aid, Stop the Bleed, CPR and AED certification. (Training and certification will be provided at no cost to the employee).
• Ability to walk, stand, climb, run, and sit for an 8-hour shift. This role requires officers to be in loud and quiet environments and are exposed to variable weather conditions.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Two Years Prior Security, Law Enforcement, or Military experience.
• One Year Higher Education work experience.
• ICS 100 and IS 700 Incident command training certification.
• Familiarity with Omnigo, Software house C-Cure9000, Avigilon, Bosch RPS
• Prior training and experience with the use of force continuum and defensive tactics.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work hours for this position are 6:00am – 2:00pm, on Saturdays. Campus Security Officers may be required to report to work when the college is closed due to emergencies. Work is physical and mental in nature, involving active movement (walking, standing, climbing, running, and sitting) with sound judgment and leadership while performing daily activities and handling emergencies. Work is performed outside with exposure to the elements of weather, and inside in an environment that is adequately heated and ventilated with exposure to computer screens. 

Terms of Employment

In the interest of providing a healthy, safe and secure educational and work environment, and in order to meet the requirements of federal legislation, it is the policy of Renton Technical College to maintain an alcohol and drug-free workplace for our employees and students.

The person hired is required to provide authorization for employment in the United States. All offers of employment are contingent to background checks, including employment and required degree/credential verification. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform successfully in the position. Finalists are required to complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure form as required under RCW 288.112.080. Post offer, pre-employment criminal background checks are also required.

For questions regarding this position contact recruiting@rtc.edu.

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EEO STATEMENT: Renton Technical College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color national origin, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veterans or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal, as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act and ADA Amendment Act, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Violence Against Women Re-authorization Act and Washington State Law Against Discrimination, Chapter 49.60 RCW and their implementing regulations. The following college official has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Title IX / EEO Coordinator, Vice President of Human Resources 3000 NE 4th Street Renton, WA 98056 (425)235-7873,titleix@rtc.edu.    

Jeanne Clery statement: Notice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report: In compliance with Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act of 1998, and as a part of the College's commitment to safety and security on campus, Renton Technical College reports the mandate information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, the required statistics, and other related information for the past three (3) calendar years. Renton Technical College's Annual Safety and Fire Report is available online at: https://rtc.edu/about-rtc/campus-resources/campus-security/annual-security-report.php. For information on how to access the RTC Daily Crime Log follow this link:https://rtc.edu/about-rtc/campus-resources/campus-security/daily-crime-log.php

We acknowledge that RTC sits uninvited on the ancestral land of the Puget Salish people, including the Duwamish, Suquamish, Snoqualmie, Tulalip, and Muckleshoot Nations. We are grateful to the original inhabitants of this land, upon which we gather and dialogue. We also acknowledge our increasingly virtual world, in which RTC’s work is done across multiple indigenous lands, in some cases, away from Puget Salish territories. We thank the original caretakers of our local lands and waters, who are still here.  

Beyond acknowledgment, we each have an obligation to learn about and support our local tribes. Find out how on our resources page, which includes scholarships for Indigenous students.