Security Officer

Equus; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Equus Workforce Solutions is seeking a Security/Protection Officer to enforce safety rules and protect people and property within our Job Corps center in Dayton, OH.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, at least one year of related experience, and a valid driver’s license. You will patrol facilities, inspect vehicles, assist staff, and prepare reports while ensuring student safety and positive program operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• One-year related security experience preferred.
• Experience working with youth or program participants is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license in the state of employment with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Enforce all laws, rules and policies of the Safety and Security Department.
• Conduct alarm and patrol duties to protect life and property.
• Investigate incidents and prepare clear, accurate reports.
• Control disturbances and assist staff in de-escalation.
• Provide customer service to visitors, program participants, and staff.
• Perform routine vehicle inspections and log results.
• Maintain logs, records and accountability of staff, students, and property.

Skills

Customer service

Patrol procedures

Communication skills

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job 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.

Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America. With a dedicated and passionate team, Equus puts the industry’s best practices to work by focusing on the development, design, and delivery of demand-driven workforce solutions.

When you join Equus, you can expect extensive learning opportunities and networking programs. But most of all you can expect to make a lasting impact on the lives of others.

At Equus we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. Equus Workforce Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.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.