Job Title: 2027 Session Senate Security Team Member

Location: Olympia, WA

Closes: This recruitment is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.  We strongly recommend applying as soon as possible.

Senate Profile

The Washington State Legislature is a bicameral body comprised of the Senate and the House of Representatives. The Legislature meets annually on the second Monday in January in the Capitol Building in Olympia. Regular legislative sessions take place January through March in even-numbered years and January through April in odd-numbered years. Special legislative sessions occur as needed.

Position Profile

The Washington State Senate anticipates multiple vacancies for temporary positions with Senate Security for the 2027 Legislative Session. Session Security team members are tasked with providing security and safety services for Senate members, staff, and visitors in Senate facilities.

These temporary positions will begin on or about December 29, 2026 and will run through the scheduled end of the 2027 Legislative Session which is tentatively April 26, 2027. If necessary, the position may be extended to a maximum of six months for any special legislative session. Job training and orientation will be provided at the beginning of the assignment and will include First Aid, CPR and AED training.

Senate Security session employees generally work forty hours per week with a variety of schedules available. The position is at-will, non-partisan, and exempt during the legislative session.

Position Responsibilities

• Security presence at access points, posts, or remote locations; foot patrol; monitor and control access to parking lots, hearing rooms, and legislative facilities; monitor and control video surveillance and building access control systems; report security incidents and prepare written reports; maintain order and decorum, enforce Senate Rules.

• Observe, detect, deter, and report security and safety issues to supervisor, law enforcement, or others as required by training, policies and procedures; provide prompt response to emergencies, calls for service, disruptions, or other incidents; provide first aid, CPR, and/or AED treatment as needed; identify, report, and resolve workplace safety issues

• Work cooperatively within a structured organizational system with assigned positions, position instructions, and reporting to co-workers, your supervisor and executive management staff.
• Comply with security policies, Senate Rules, and the Washington State Senate Personnel Policy & Procedure Manual.
• Assist state senators, legislative staff, and visitors as needed. May perform other related duties as required.

Requirements

• High School Graduate or equivalent;
• A background check including criminal history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment.
• Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time; Ability to carry or move objects of up to 50 pounds in weight; Ability to work outdoors during inclement weather;
• Ability to ascend and descend stairs in emergency situations such as if the power is out;
• Ability to obtain CPR and AED certification;
• Previous security, military, or law enforcement experience desired but not required;
• Ability to work alongside persons with diverse backgrounds, interests, and capabilities; Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with multiple groups in a fast-paced environment;
• A dependable and strong work ethic, and the ability to maintain a professional and confidential manner at all times, Ability to seek and follow supervisory direction as required, positive attitude and the ability to be an exceptional team member, ability to multi-task and to handle complex and difficult situations;
• Strong organizational skills and excellent attention to detail, proficiency with using email;
• Ability to work as non-partisan staff in a partisan environment.
• Must be able to pass a physical ability test that will be conducted as part of the interview process.  The test is designed to assess the physical requirements necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of the position.

Benefits

The base rate for this position is $22.97 per hour.  The final starting salary will be determined based on the selected candidate’s experience and qualifications.  This is a temporary position eligible for sick leave, bereavement leave, and access to the Employee Assistance Program.

This position will be open until all positions are filled.  Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.  We strongly recommend applying as soon as possible. E-mail contact [email protected].

Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the Senate Human Resource Office at [email protected].

The Washington State Senate is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, physical, sensory, or mental disability, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the use of a service animal by a person with a disability.