Safety/Security Officer

Equus; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in Bangor, Maine is looking for a Safety and Security officer responsible for enforcing laws and safety policies. You will perform patrols, investigate incidents, and ensure a safe environment for youth program participants. Applicants should have a high school diploma and experience working with youth. This role offers a chance to make a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• At least one year of relevant experience.
• Experience working with youth is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Enforce laws and safety rules.
• Perform patrol duties to protect life and property.
• Investigate incidents and provide reports.
• Assist in de-escalating disturbances.

Skills

Alarm and patrol duties

Incident investigation

Customer service

Youth interaction

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Vehicle inspection tools

Job description

Company Description

Our Job Corps programs provide life-changing services that help young people succeed in school, obtain good jobs, excel in their chosen fields, and serve as contributing members of their communities. We accomplish this through an intense commitment to safety, quality service, excellence, and partnerships.

Job Description

Responsible for enforcing all laws, rules and policies authorized by the Safety and Security Department.

• Performs alarm and patrol duties in assigned areas to protect life and property against theft, misappropriation, vandalism, fire, flood, or similar disaster, suspicious acts and/or persons, and other unusual conditions.
• Makes physical inspections and security checks of grounds and facility and documents results as required.
• Investigates incidents on center and provides clear and accurate reports.
• Controls disturbances and assists staff in de-escalating situations.
• Ensures students' civil rights are not violated.
• Provide vehicle transportation support function under direction of supervisor in compliance with government, corporate and management directives.
• Provides customer service and aide to all visitors, program participants, and staff.
• Picks up and delivers material as directed.
• Performs routine vehicle inspections on GSA fleet; and reports vehicle repair needs to as required.
• Issues visitor passes and temporary vehicle permits.
• Completes required security logs, documentation, and records accurately and on time.
• Maintains timely and accurate vehicle and transportation logs and records.
• Maintains timely and accurate student accountability.
• Accurately logs employees, visitors, vendors, and program participants as they enter and exit the center.
• Searches all program participants entering center for contraband.
• Searches others entering and exiting center as required.
• Supervises program participants in isolation.
• Clearly communicates and consistently models appropriate CSS and employability skills.
• Maintains accountability of staff, students, and property.
• Adheres to safety practices in all areas of responsibility.
• Fosters and sustains a conducive environment at the center, ensuring it remains free from harassment, intimidation, and disrespect, thereby ensuring a safe space for both staff and students to engage in work and learning.
• Attends all required staff training opportunities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or general education degree (GED).
• One-year related experience.
• Experience working with youth.
• A valid driver's license in the state of employment with an acceptable driving record.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, religion, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or reprisal or any other characteristic protected under state, federal, or local law.