The City of Wichita is NOT an E-Verify Employer.

Distinguishing Features of Work

The Wichita Police Department has an immediate opening for one-armed Security Officer with the department's Security Section. The section provides security at City Hall and the Advanced Learning Library with both locations being high paced, requiring outgoing customer service and excellent multi-tasking skills. The primary location of the City's government administration, City Hall, has the potential for high visibility due to visiting citizens from varying diverse backgrounds including dignitaries from local, state and federal governments. Security Officers must provide the appropriate level of tact and diplomacy at all times. Professionalism and courtesy are a priority for dealing with all visiting public.

The Security section is a 24 hour, 365 day operation with multiple shift schedules and varying days off, to include working holidays as required.

General responsibilities of this position includes: monitoring City of Wichita facilities and infrastructure utilizing electronic monitoring equipment and computers, customer assistance in all aspects of security service, in person and by telephone answering questions of visitors seeking directions or information, screening visitors and deliveries to City Hall to ensure the safety of visitors and employees, and other related duties and responsibilities that may be assigned as needed.

The employee(s) selected for this position must be able to demonstrate a strong customer service orientation, possess excellent communication skills, demonstrate computer competency which includes the ability to assist others with basic computing needs, and has a good knowledge of security methods and practices. Additionally, this position will require an extensive criminal history background check, a psychological exam and the issuance and use of a firearm within expected policies, regulations, and guidelines.

This position can be assigned to either the City Hall or Advanced Learning Library locations as determined by staffing needs, The position requires flexibility which can include working all shifts, 1st, 2nd and 3rd at both the City Hall and Advanced Learning Library locations and scheduled/unscheduled overtime when necessary.

Shift Days and Hours-

1st Shift - 7:00am - 3:00pm OR 9:30am - 5:30pm
2nd Shift - 3:00pm - 11:00pm
3rd Shift - 11:00pm - 7:00am

The exact shift and days will be determined at the time of hire.

Bargaining Unit: Service Employee's International (SEIU)

Employees within the department or division shall be given first consideration**
Posting may close at any time **

Examples of Work Performed

Directs visitors or clients in evacuation of premises at times of emergency.
Deters occurrences of an illegal nature by appearing in uniform.
Answers questions of visitors seeking directions or information.
Performs crowd control functions as needed.
Screens visitors and deliveries to City Hall to ensure the safety of visitors and employees.
Monitors City of Wichita facilities and infrastructure utilizing electronic monitoring equipment and computers.
These examples are not intended to be all-inclusive. Other related duties and responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Requirements of Work

Knowledge of security methods and practices
Ability to conduct routine programming of security systems
Ability to lawfully carry a firearm in the State of Kansas
Ability to patrol area of responsibility quietly on foot.
Ability to lift up to 20 pounds repeatedly up to a height of 30"
Visual acuity that meets established medical standards
Ability to stand and walk up to six hours per day
Ability to effectively oversee the work of others
Ability to monitor some areas by video display monitor and report activity to Police Department
Ability to distinguish colors during daytime and nighttime hours
Ability to exercise good judgment and to physically handle unruly individuals
Ability to notice and report hazardous and unusual situations
Ability to develop and maintain physical alertness and reliability
Ability to run and move about quickly
Ability to qualify with a firearm and maintain proficiency with both hands
Ability to complete a minimum 32 hours of self-defense and handcuffing training, and maintain proficiency.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, representatives of outside organizations, and the public
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
Ability to change specific work hours as needed, including temporary shift changes
An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.

Experience and Training

Required Training And Experience

Two years of experience in security, which includes protection of individuals, securing private and/or public property, or engaging in the public interactions OR Completion of a minimum of six (6) months of service as a Police Recruit with a recognized law enforcement agency OR Four (4) months of service as a Police Recruit with the Wichita Police Department.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.

Preferred Training And Experience

One (1) year of military police or sworn law enforcement experience.
One (1) year of experience in the handling, safe operation, and maintenance of firearms.

Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical which includes drug screening, a psychological evaluation, satisfactory evaluation of a criminal records check, and successful firearms qualification.

Starting pay for current City employees will be determined by City of Wichita policy or applicable bargaining unit agreement.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Please find more information under the following links:

https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/fmlaen.pdf

https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/eppac.pdf

CITY OF WICHITA

Full-time Employee Benefits

VACATION - Most employees with less than five years employment earn 10 days of vacation per year. After five years, accrual rates increase at varying rates to varying maximums, depending on work schedule and/or union representation. Employees can accumulate and carry forward up to 240 hours each year.
HOLIDAYS - There are eleven paid holidays. Employees also receive one Personal Holiday that is granted after the first six months of employment.
SICK LEAVE - Sick leave accrual begins at one-half day per month. After five years, sick leave accruals are one work day per month. Employees can accumulate and carry forward all unused sick leave each year. Employees who use 24 hours (3 days) or less of sick leave in a calendar year earn a "Well Day." An additional "Well Day" can be earned following a year of perfect attendance.
HEALTH INSURANCE – UMR / United Healthcare provides two levels of medical and prescription drug plans. Both medical plan are PPOs and do not require selecting a physician or referrals for specialty care. Both medical plans include Teladoc virtual care (primary care/mental health benefits at no charge), Dario healthy living programs, and VSP Vision benefits. Pre-tax premium deductions are offered. The City contributes 80% of the premium cost towards medical, prescription drug and vision insurance.
DENTAL INSURANCE - Two Delta Dental plans are offered – Preferred and Traditional. The Delta Preferred plan requires using a dentist from a smaller network for a lower premium. The Delta Traditional plan allows use of any dentist, although benefits are higher using a dentist from the large Delta network. Benefits under both plans are the same (with the exception of some Orthodontic benefits) Pre-tax premium deductions are offered.
LIFE INSURANCE – Low-cost voluntary term life insurance is available. Employees pay one-third of the cost. The amount of Basic Life coverage is two times annual pay up to a determined maximum amount. Dependent coverage is available at $20,000 spouse / $10,000 child(ren) for an additional $0.14 per pay period. Accidental death and dismemberment coverage is included. The plan is through MetLife.
SUPPLEMENTAL LIFE – Additional voluntary employee-paid term life insurance is available from MetLife at low group rates. Participation in Basic Life is required. The Life Insurance plans are portable.
LONG-TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE– The voluntary employee-paid group disability plan from MetLife provides 60% of pre-disability income for injury or health related disabilities. Premiums are determined by income and age.
VOLUNTARY ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT – Voluntary employee-paid AD&D from MetLife offers coverage for accidental death and dismemberment.
RETIREMENT - The City offers two retirement plans - Wichita Employees (WER) Plan 3, and Commissioned Police & Fire Plan C-79. The WER plan is a defined contribution plan; Police & Fire is a defined benefit plan. Both are contributory - employees and the City share the cost.
FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS – Employees may elect to make FSA pre-tax deductions for dependent care and/or unreimbursed medical expenses, reducing the cost of these expenses by eliminating taxes on the amount deducted.
LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE – This plan from UNUM offers facility and home care benefits for employees, spouses, and some other family members. Several options for benefit amount and duration, and specific plan features, are available.
MORE BENEFITS & SERVICES

Deferred Compensation Investment Program

Employee Discounts and Wichita Employee Association (WEA)

Bereavement Pay

Employee Emergency Assistance Fund

Voluntary Shared Leave Program

Training Programs

Longevity Pay

Credit Union

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Injury Leave (on-job injury)

Community Volunteer Events

01

I am a current employee with Wichita Police Department.

02

I have the following years of experience in security, which includes protection of individuals, securing private and/or public property, and engaging in the public interactions.

Less than 6 months experience
6 months - 1 year of experience
2 - 3 years of experience
+4 years of experience
I do not have experience in security, which includes protection of individuals, securing private and/or public property, and engaging in the public interactions

03

Have you completed a minimum of six (6) months of service as a Police Recruit with a recognized law enforcement agency?

Yes, I have completed at least six (6) months of service as a Police Recruit with a recognized law enforcement agency.
No, I have not completed six (6) months of service as a Police Recruit with a recognized law enforcement agency.

04

Do you have four (4) months of service as a Police Recruit with the Wichita Police Department?

05

I have the following years of military police or sworn law enforcement experience:

Less than 1 year experience
1 to 2 years' experience
3 to 4 years' experience
5 to 6 years' experience
+7 years' experience
I do not have any military police or sworn law enforcement experience.

06

I have following years of experience in the handling, safe operation, and maintenance of firearms.

less than 1 year of experience
1 - 2 years of experience
3 - 4 years of experience
5 + years of experience
I do not have any experience in the handling, safe operation, and maintenance of firearms.

07

Describe for us your specific professional job experience that required you to carry and/or discharge a firearm(s). Please list the type of firearm(s). If you have not had professional job experience that required you to carry a firearm, write NONE.

08

Even if expunged from your criminal history, have you ever been convicted as an adult or adjudicated as a juvenile in any court of a felony crime?

09

I am legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Yes
No
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