FEATURED JOB OPENING: 2-Person Resident Security Team - Bellingham, WA

Posted: 8/1/2025

We are looking for a 2-Person Resident Security Team who would serve as live-in security for The Willows, a beautifully situated Senior Housing community in Bellingham. In exchange, you get FREE room and board and other wonderful benefits! Please see the details below.

WHAT IS OFFERED

We provide a one-bedroom apartment (~550 sq. ft.) where you and another individual would work on a part-time and on-call basis, trading off every three or four nights with another team to share the responsibilities listed below. Ideally, you would want to become an integral part of the community, offering caring customer service and a safe living environment in the evenings for your fellow residents.

Although this is not a paid position, all utilities are paid, for including free cable TV, Wi-Fi, and parking. You would also be provided free daily meals, weekly housekeeping, and full medical and dental benefits. What a screaming deal for a rather modest commitment!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide security for the building and residents during non-business hours, checking outside doors and ensuring residents are securely in their rooms for the night.
• Provide front desk coverage 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm to assist residents and visitors.
• Be able to respond to emergencies by assessing the situation and reacting accordingly.
• Prepare a self-serve coffee station for residents/staff, do a building check, deliver newspapers each morning before 7:00 am, and manage the front desk until the front desk concierge gets in at 8:00 am on weekdays, and at 9:00 am on weekends.

REQUIREMENTS

• This is a non-smoking Campus and previous vaccination for COVID is required.
• Both individuals will be willing to agree to a background check.

FAQ

Q: I don't have another individual to apply with me, Can I apply alone?
A: No. You will need another individual to apply as well and work with you in the community.

Q: Do I have to stay awake all night?
A: Absolutely not. You are only required to respond to emergencies after you have finished your rounds and desk coverage. You would be on-call overnight.

Q: How much of a time commitment is it?
A: One of you will make the rounds and the other will cover the front desk. The evening commitment is about 3 hours. It is a 3 nights on/4 nights off, 4 nights on/3 nights off rotation with the other security team.

Q: I have a beloved pet! Can they live with me?
A: Yes! Pets make our lives fuller (35lbs max size)

Q: Is this a paid position?
A: It is not, but remember: free room, board, utilities, medical and dental benefits, cable TV, Wi-Fi, parking, and weekly housecleaning.

Q: Is this an assisted living facility?
A: No, this retirement community is for folks who do not require medical assistance.

Q: Can I still work or keep my current job?
A: Yes, however, you will have to respond to emergencies and maintain your desk coverage 3-4 nights/week. Both team members must be on-site during their entire scheduled shift.