Transit Operations Security Liaison Assistant (SDA)

Transit Operations Security Liaison Assistant

Metro Transit's Safety, Security, and Quality Assurance Division seeks multiple entry-level safety professionals to join our team as Transit Operations Security Liaison Assistants for Bus Operations. These positions report to the SSQA Transit Safety & Security Superintendent.

As frontline defenders of transit safety, Operations Security Liaison Assistants (OSLAs) play a vital role in protecting both operators and riders by acting as a resource for safety and security questions, providing expert on-site support across our operating bases, and fulfilling 800-1000 monthly requests for bus video from a wide range of internal departments, law enforcement, and external partners. Responsibilities also include collaborating with base security committees, assisting employees with reporting in Origami, and facilitating After Action Reviews. Your work in this role directly contributes to Metro's exemplary customer service, the safety and security of our employees and riders, and overall risk mitigation for King County.

Ideal candidates will exhibit :

• Dependability and Professionalism
• Commitment to Safety and Service
• Interpersonal and Communication Skills
• Adaptability and Learning
• Technical and Domain Knowledge

For a full list of requirements, see the Minimum Qualifications and Required Application Materials sections listed lower in this job announcement.

These SDA opportunities are intended to provide growth and career development to current career service employees represented by the ATU 587 Union who have been a Full Time Operator for a minimum of 3 years and have passed their probationary period in their current position (587 Contract Article 20 : Section 9). Unfortunately part-time experience does not count towards the minimum experience requirement. Approval is required from your current Supervisor, Chief, or Manager in order to accept a Special Duty assignment. We encourage you to discuss this SDA opportunity with them before applying. Preference may be given to candidates who have not previously held the Transit Operations Security Liaison classification.

This recruitment will be used to fill multiple 6-month Special Duty Assignment (SDA) Transit Operations Security Liaison classifications, which have the possibility of extension. This recruitment may be used to create an eligibility list of qualified candidates to fill future SDA vacancies in this classification and workgroup. If created, the eligibility list would remain active for up to 12 months from the posting date above, and may be used at the discretion of the hiring authority.

If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process, or if you have general questions please contact Emily Clark (she / her), Senior Talent Advisor : EmClark@KingCounty.gov or 206-477-8373.

Applying equity and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King County employees. In this role, you will apply equity and social justice principles that exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices to all aspects of the work.

The anticipated work within this position includes :

Safety and Security Liaisons must model the following critical competencies :

Accountability : Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Conflict Management : Handles conflict situations effectively. Effective Communication Skills : Clearly and effectively communicates across various platforms to diverse audiences while ensuring understanding. Instills Trust : Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity. Quality Decision-Making : Thinks critically and makes good, timely decisions. Planning and Aligning : Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Strategic Mindset : Sees ahead to future possibilities and translates them into breakthrough strategies.

We are looking for candidates who meet the following REQUIRED qualifications :

Desired qualifications include (but are not required) :

Necessary Special Requirements :

The following materials are required to apply :

No other attachments or application materials will be reviewed, other than what has been outlined above.

Applications will be screened to determine whether candidates meet the minimum qualifications, and for clarity, thoroughness, and competitiveness for this position. The employment history and job duties detailed within your application must validate and support any supplemental question responses. If your responses cannot be validated, you may not proceed to the next steps of the selection process. Incomplete applications may be removed from consideration for the role. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more interviews, and will be required to pass a King County Work Record review (according to the criteria listed below).

The position is non-exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for overtime pay. Employees in this job classification will work 40 hours per week on a flexible work schedule approved by their immediate supervisor, and typically work hours are between 6 : 00 a.m. and 6 : 00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Employees must be available to work an altered schedule, including swing and graveyard shifts as needed, and must be willing to be on-call when deemed necessary to respond to job responsibilities. Employees may be required to work extended hours, weekends, and