Safety & Security Associate — Community Center

salvarmycareers; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army is seeking a Safety Associate at the Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center in Chicago. You will support a safe, secure environment for members, guests, and staff under the Facilities Service Manager and respond as a first responder to emergencies.

Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, physically capable, and able to work in a fast-paced setting while maintaining grooming standards and adherence to center directives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic understanding of safety and security.
• Experience in fast-paced environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Enforce all Salvation Army/Ray & Joan Kroc Center policies and procedures.
• Always remain alert and vigilant.
• Follow safety guidelines to ensure all staff and guests are safe.
• Interact with staff, members and guests in a positive professional manner.
• Greet all guests and patrons as they enter the building.
• Report safety concerns to the Facilities Service Manager.
• Monitor, secure, and restrict building ingress and egress as needed.
• Perform safety checks, participate in drills and respond to emergencies as they arise.
• Wanding or operate metal detectors as needed.

Skills

Safety awareness

Communication

Teamwork

Stamina

Attention to detail

Time management

Problem solving

Customer service

De-escalation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Salvation Army is seeking a Safety Associate at the Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center in Chicago. You will support a safe, secure environment for members, guests, and staff under the Facilities Service Manager and respond as a first responder to emergencies.

Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, physically capable, and able to work in a fast-paced setting while maintaining grooming standards and adherence to center directives.