Resident Re-Entry Security Specialist

The Northwest Regional Re-entry Center; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 7,715,000 - 10,194,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

PTO 24 days

Sick time

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Fitness stipend

Free meals

Job summary

The Northwest Regional Re-entry Center in Portland, OR is seeking a Re-Entry Specialist, Security (Community Corrections) to supervise residents 24/7 and enforce a structured, secure environment. The role emphasizes accountability with dignity, including gender-specific searches and observed testing.

Responsibilities include monitoring behavior, coordinating with agencies, managing passes, and maintaining incident logs, all while upholding safety and compliance in a residential setting.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required; advanced degree preferred in related fields.
• Experience: Re-entry, corrections, law enforcement, security, residential living, or social services preferred.
• Must maintain vigilance and de-escalate conflicts while upholding boundaries.
• Clear verbal and written communication with residents, staff, visitors, and agencies.
• Attention to detail in documentation, searches, and protocol compliance.
• Willingness to learn, adaptable to changing protocols, and team-oriented.
• Learn and operate automated systems and monitoring devices.
• Valid Driver's License with favorable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24-hour supervision and monitoring of residents in the facility and during approved community activities.
• Maintain a secure and orderly environment through patrols, headcounts, and searches of rooms and belongings.
• Conduct same-gender pat-down searches and observed urine collection testing.
• Control and dispense resident medications and self-carry meds.
• Track accountability during approved absences using automated systems; document communications.
• Monitor GPS monitoring reports for residents in the community and home confinement.
• Maintain facility sanitation and oversee visitor procedures.
• Respond to emergencies swiftly and appropriately.
• Serve as liaison with law enforcement and related agencies.
• Maintain accurate incident logs and act as information center for resident activities.

Skills

Situational awareness

Conflict resolution

Communication

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Technical proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Automated monitoring systems

Pat-down/search equipment

Job description

The Northwest Regional Re-entry Center in Portland, OR is seeking a Re-Entry Specialist, Security (Community Corrections) to supervise residents 24/7 and enforce a structured, secure environment. The role emphasizes accountability with dignity, including gender-specific searches and observed testing.

Responsibilities include monitoring behavior, coordinating with agencies, managing passes, and maintaining incident logs, all while upholding safety and compliance in a residential setting.