Bike Patrol Safety Ambassador — Weekly Pay, PTO

Blockbyblock; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Pay Advance

Great benefits

Paid Time Off

Free uniforms

Job summary

Block by Block is hiring a Safety Ambassador to patrol assigned zones on foot or by bicycle, deter unwanted behavior, and assist pedestrians with directions and information.

Ideal candidates are 18+, with a valid TX Driver's License, a HS diploma or GED, and the ability to report in English. Training is provided, outdoors work in all weather, and uniforms are provided for all conditions.

Qualifications

• Experience required. We will train.
• Valid TX Driver's License required.
• Must have a H.S. Diploma or GED
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have the physical capacity to walk or traverse (including riding a bike) continuously during an eight-hour shift, with two 15-minute breaks and a 30-minute lunch break.
• Must be able to work outdoors in all conditions (free uniforms provided)
• Must be able to speak, read, and write the English language in order to create basic reports.

Responsibilities

• Patrol the assigned zone on foot and/bike as a deterrent and be on the lookout for unwanted behavior and activity.
• Provide information, assistance, and directions to pedestrians and visitors. Must maintain a positive, professional demeanor at all times.
• Be watchful for unwanted behaviors or criminal activity and report to local authorities via established communication methods. Must be able to articulate an accurate description of persons, vehicles, and other identifiers.
• Firmly and courteously request compliance from persons violating low-level quality of life crimes, such as panhandling, loitering, disruptive behavior, etc.
• Actively acknowledge and engage pedestrians with a friendly greeting/smile in order to provide directions and city information.
• Responsible for making a specified number of visits to zone businesses to share information and gather contact information.
• Must be able to complete basic daily reports of tasks completed, which requires being proficient in speaking, reading, and writing the English language.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Block by Block is hiring a Safety Ambassador to patrol assigned zones on foot or by bicycle, deter unwanted behavior, and assist pedestrians with directions and information.

Ideal candidates are 18+, with a valid TX Driver's License, a HS diploma or GED, and the ability to report in English. Training is provided, outdoors work in all weather, and uniforms are provided for all conditions.