Public Safety Team Lead — Lead, Protect & Coordinate

Thea Bowman House; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 53,705 - 56,796; Full time

Job summary

SOME (So Others Might Eat) is hiring a Public Safety Officer Team Lead in Washington, DC. The role leads a team of officers, oversees daily safety operations, and maintains a secure environment for clients, staff, and visitors.

The candidate ensures swift, professional handling of incidents and coordination with program and facilities teams. The position requires a HS diploma or GED, 3–5 years in public safety, and experience serving homeless populations; a Bachelor's degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• 3–5 yrs public safety experience.
• Experience serving homeless/underserved populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to public safety officers and oversee daily safety operations.
• Monitor CCTV and report incidents promptly.
• Coordinate staff training and safety protocols.
• Serve as point of contact for escalated safety concerns.
• Collaborate with program and facilities teams to maintain a secure environment.
• Oversee incident reporting and compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

De-escalation

Leadership

Professionalism under pressure

MS Office proficiency

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

SOME (So Others Might Eat) is hiring a Public Safety Officer Team Lead in Washington, DC. The role leads a team of officers, oversees daily safety operations, and maintains a secure environment for clients, staff, and visitors.

The candidate ensures swift, professional handling of incidents and coordination with program and facilities teams. The position requires a HS diploma or GED, 3–5 years in public safety, and experience serving homeless populations; a Bachelor's degree is preferred.