At Iron & Oak Protective Services our officers exist as community stewards who bridge the gap between public safety services and the private organizations we serve. I&O is looking for applicants who have a desire to learn new security skills and further their private security career in a safe and supportive work environment.

This position is client specific, with multiple client opportunities in the Downtown, Pioneer Square, and Capitol Hill neighborhoods. Our current focus is on public safety in downtown Seattle working hand in hand with the Downtown Seattle Ambassadors. We are a great fit for new employees with a interest in a long-term career in the private security industry. We have work available for both new and experienced applicants. This is an exciting opportunity if you are looking for stable hours, excellent training opportunities, and long term advancement potential.

Our organization proudly supports, and works closely with, our LGBTQ+ community members. Interviews and training are conducted at our office in the Oddfellows Building, Capitol Hill, Seattle, WA. Our service map covers the greater Seattle area.

Iron and Oak LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. To meet our client obligations, employees are expected to maintain excellent attendance and adherence to their schedules.
2. Create peace of mind in the clients' environment by ensuring, detecting, and deterring illegal activities.
3. Create a positive environment for the client by providing superior customer care to anyone you interact with.
4. Interact with our client's employees in a professional and supportive manner meant to create peace of mind.
5. Maintain a physical presence on the client property to serve as a visible deterrent to illegal activity.
6. Identify, document, and communicate safety and risk issues that may impact the operation and reputation of our clients.
7. Write detailed and accurate reports outlining any incidents that occur while working for our clients.
8. Keep accurate shift notes and file daily reports of our work activities with consistency.

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLICANTS

•  Must have excellent verbal communication skills. This position focuses on communication as the key tool to success.
• Must be able to carry out light to moderate physical tasks, such as standing for long periods of time, climbing up and down stairs, ramps ladders, walking moderate distances, and wearing personal protective armor issued by the company.
• Must be able to work in various environmental conditions, such as cold weather, rain/snow, or heat.
• Must be be willing to obtain an unarmed security officer's license or "guard card".
• Must have a high school diploma/GED.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• 1 year security or related industry experience preferred. We are willing to train otherwise qualified candidates.
• Must be able available to work weekends.

COMPENSATION

• Wages for this position are $21-$26 per hour, depending on your level of experience and the risks posed by the client's environment. 
  
  
• If you already hold a security officer's license (guard card), we will also pay your transfer fees to bring your license to Iron and Oak.

SICK & SAFE TIME

IAO complies with all City of Seattle labor laws, including the Paid Sick and Safe Time Ordinance. Employees earn 1 hour of sick time per 40 hours worked, with a maximum of 80 hours that can be accrued. Employees are encouraged to maintain their physical fitness and mental health so that they are safe on the job. The use of this benefit is encouraged when the employee deems it appropriate.

COMMUTER BENEFITS

• Employees have access to a free ORCA card to help cover their commute costs.
  
  
• Iron and Oak officers who accrue 90 days with the company have access to downtown parking lots for private vehicle use.

STATE OF THE ART EQUIPMENT

IAO officers deploy with industry-leading equipment including personal protective armor and radios capable of reporting an officer's location to dispatch in the event they are unresponsive. Each officer is also issued first aid equipment and are provided with body worn cameras.

TRAINING FOR NEW HIRES

Licensed security officers receive 60 hours paid training prior to being placed at a client's property. Iron and Oak trains its employees above industry standards to facilitate their ability to respond to any client situation they are faced with. We comply with and exceed all training expectations required by RCW 18.170. 

To review our initial training curriculum for new officers, follow this link: 

Iron and Oak Officer Training Standards

SCHEDULING OPPORTUNITIES

We have a variety of schedules available. Our Downtown Seattle Association contract takes priority a the moment, hiring will be geared toward this role. We are hiring for the following shifts:

DOWNTOWN

Site Security, Multiple Clients

• Daily: 6am-9pm
• Nightly: Currently unavailable

PIONEER SQUARE

Site Security, Multiple Clients

• Daily: 6am-9pm
• Nightly: Currently unavailable

CAPITOL HILL

Site Security & Venue Security, Multiple Clients

• Daily: 9am-5pm
• Nightly: 6pm-6am
• Nightly: 9pm-2am

SODO

Venue Security

• Friday & Saturday, 8pm-4am
• Friday & Saturday, 10pm-2am 
  
  *This is not a complete list of all opportunities. We currently have a 30 day waitlist for new clients.