Security Access Specialist

The Port of Seattle is unable to sponsor employment visas at this time.  

We have multiple part-time graveyard positions available (21 hours per week with benefits).

Graveyard shift is 9:30 PM to 3:30 AM, with scheduled workdays determined through a shift-bidding process after training is complete.

Training is approximately two months, Monday through Thursday, from 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM (full-time), before transitioning to regular part-time graveyard schedule.

Applications will be reviewed regularly, and interviews may be conducted prior to the close date.

As a Security Access Specialist, you will perform duties related to the control, monitoring, and granting of access into restricted and/or controlled areas of SEA Airport. You will conduct security inspections, screening of individuals, vehicles, and items at access points throughout SEA Airport.

• You will use closed circuit television and communication systems to maintain surveillance of access points and to monitor and control access of people and vehicles onto restricted areas.  
• You will provide assistance and instruction to people requesting access or those not familiar with access control procedures.
• You will monitor alarms associated with the ID/Access Control System and respond to Access Control Alarms in the terminal and on the airfield. 
• You will be staffed at perimeter and interior access control gates to control access to the Air Operations Area (AOA).
• You will verify required credentials of those requesting access and report suspicious or unusual occurrences to the Airfield Supervisor, their designee, i.e., Port of Seattle police.
• You will conduct routine and special security inspections of restricted access areas.
• You will perform routine tests and preventive maintenance on Access Control System card readers and ensure all equipment is functional, document and report all discrepancies, and perform follow-up inspections.
• You will be responsible for challenging any person(s) not displaying proper ID media and resolving their status on the AOA and Security Identification Display Area (SIDA), including issuing citations in accordance with applicable Port of Seattle Rules and Regulations, the ASP and CFR 1542 and other applicable directives for Security violations.
• You will implement security measures required for the designated threat level, as specified in the Airport Contingency Plan, and maintain a high level of vigilance in enforcing access restrictions and preventing unauthorized persons or vehicles from gaining access to the AOA.
• You will, in the event of a declared aircraft emergency or incident, assume special duties as designated in the Emergency Plan or as directed by Incident Command personnel.
• You will monitor construction activities and notify internal stakeholders of any violations of airport rules and regulations, Federal Aviation Regulations, or other activities that may be considered unsafe.
• You will operate basic security equipment, including x-ray machines, walkthrough metal detectors (WTMD), handheld metal detectors (HHMD), explosive detection equipment (ETD) at screening checkpoints, and conduct visual searches and pat-down searches of an employee and accessible property as required.
• You will issue visitors’ badges, Vehicle Under Escort signs, and coordinate escort for personnel and ground vehicles requesting access on official business and ensure procedures are maintained while operating in restricted areas.
• You will maintain a variety of written and electronic documentation of daily activities and document security violations when observed for follow-up by the Airport Security Coordinator.

• Experienced – You have two (2) years of experience in a security capacity where access is restricted.
• Drug and Alcohol Testing – You must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.
• Committed to Equity – You will apply equity and exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices in all aspects of the work.  At the Port of Seattle, equity is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all Port employees.
• Customer Service Minded – You have a well-developed understanding of customer service concepts and strategies, including conflict resolution.
• Collaborator – You are comfortable working as part of a team, sharing ideas, and leveraging the expertise of those around you to advance your work including building strong rapports and relationships inside and outside the Port. 
• Agile Minded – You have the ability and motivation to learn security clearance levels, security policies and procedures, restricted area entry procedures and the layout of the airport and applicable current FAA directives and alert bulletins.
• Communication – You have excellent written and verbal communication skills for presenting information, describing procedures, and responding to questions. You also have computer skills to complete logs and other documentation

• Driver’s License – You will need a valid Washington State Driver’s License, or the ability to obtain one prior to the first day, is required in order to travel locally to project sites.
• Work Schedule – Your normal work schedule will be part-time (21 hours per week), anticipated working graveyard shift from 9:30 PM to 3:30 AM. Workdays and shift will be determined through a shift-bidding process, after training is complete. You may be required to work any and all assigned shifts, including weekdays, weekends, holidays, and other shifts as assigned. This is a seven-day-a-week, twenty-four-hour-a-day facility. You may be required to work during emergencies.
• Training Schedule – Your training schedule will be full-time, Monday through Thursday, from 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM, for approximately two months. Upon completion of training, you will transition to your regular part-time graveyard schedule.
• Work Environment – You will work in open areas and varying weather conditions; exposed to the noise and emissions and hazards normally associated with an airport environment and working in proximity to public roadways. You will work at remote locations with frequent public contact and potential for confrontational situations. You will perform some duties in a vehicle. You will perform duties in a restricted area, normally seated at a console with subdued lighting.
• Washington State Residency Requirement – Employees must establish a residence in Washington state within 30 days of their first day of employment and must maintain a residence in Washington State during their employment with the Port of Seattle. If a position is eligible to telework, work performed while teleworking must be performed in Washington State.
• Overtime Eligible – You are eligible for overtime pay in this role.
• Safety Requirements – You will be required to comply with all work rules, safety, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements. 
• Security Requirements – As the successful candidate, you must pass a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) background check as well as a criminal history background check with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Your employment will be contingent upon obtaining a Port of Seattle ID badge upon clearance.
• Union Representation – This position is represented by International Longshore and Warehouse union, Local 9.

The Port of Seattle offers an extensive benefits package that rewards our staff for their valuable contributions towards the Port‘s mission. In addition to the summary below, benefit details for non-represented positions can be found on the Port of Seattle‘s website. If the position is represented by a union, please refer to the “Collective Bargaining Agreement” or contact the appropriate Union Representative for specific information related to benefits and eligibility.

• Healthcare – Medical, Dental, and Vision Care with options that work for you and your family.
• Paid Vacation – Just about four weeks per year that increases with tenure to rest and rejuvenate.
• Paid Sick Leave – At least one hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked.
• Holidays – More than ten days per year to celebrate with family and friends away from work.
• Pension/Retirement Plans – A pension and additional savings plans to prepare for your future after the Port.
• Getting to Work – From subsidized parking and a low-cost public transit card to alternative work arrangements giving you an opportunity to work hybrid.
• Parental Leave – Six weeks of paid leave to spend with new additions to your immediate family.
• Development – From tuition reimbursement, training, stretch assignments and internal internships, we support a learning culture.
• Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion – The Port of Seattle values diversity as a source of innovation and strength. We are actively working across the organization to create a culture where all employees – regardless of race, gender, and other identities – succeed and reach their fullest potential.
• Work-Life Balance – We provide the resources to help you create habits to be healthy and balanced.
• Mission Driven – We are focused together in promoting economic opportunities and quality of life in the region by advancing trade, travel, commerce, and job creation in an equitable, accountable, and environmentally responsible manner.

Every role at the Port of Seattle is vital to our thriving community. We are a leader in moving people and cargo across the country and around the world. With facilities and property ranging in scope from a half-acre park to one of the largest airports and container terminals on the West Coast, we maximize the public assets in our portfolio with an eye toward best uses and environmental sustainability. Find out more here.

Our vision is to create a Port that mirrors – throughout its breadth of operations and services and within its leadership – the diversity of our communities, instill principles of equity into its culture, and ensures a fair and intentional distribution of opportunities to expand economic development and quality of life for all in our region. Find out more about how our values RAISE us up and our commitment to equity.