Community Safety & Engagement Officer

Block by Block; Louisville (KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401K Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Block by Block is seeking Community Response Officers in Louisville, KY to patrol assigned areas by bike or foot, engage with stakeholders, and report safety concerns. Strong observation, de-escalation, and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications include a High School diploma or GED, with beneficial certifications in de-escalation, defensive tactics, and drone piloting. The role requires evening shifts and accurate incident reporting as part of our safety program.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Certifications in de-escalation techniques, defensive tactics, collapsible baton, chemical irritant or pepper spray, crime prevention, surveillance camera systems, and FAA Part 107 drone pilot certification are beneficial.
• Valid State Guard Card where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Patrols properties, verifies access, and monitors to maintain safety and security.
• Provides a strong security presence to deter criminal activity, enforce client rules, and address unwanted behaviors.
• Requests compliance from individuals violating client rules or committing crimes.
• Monitors and patrols designated areas or zones and addresses security concerns.
• Responds to incidents, investigates disturbances, and reports findings accurately and professionally.
• Creates written incident reports and property condition reports.

Skills

Observational skills

Calm under pressure

Communication skills

English reporting

Spanish preferred

Critical thinking

Written incident reports

Education

High School diploma or GED

State Guard Card (where applicable)

FAA Part 107 drone pilot certification (beneficial)

Job description

Block by Block is seeking Community Response Officers in Louisville, KY to patrol assigned areas by bike or foot, engage with stakeholders, and report safety concerns. Strong observation, de-escalation, and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications include a High School diploma or GED, with beneficial certifications in de-escalation, defensive tactics, and drone piloting. The role requires evening shifts and accurate incident reporting as part of our safety program.