Senior Safety/Security Officer

Equus Workforce Solutions; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Equus Workforce Solutions is seeking a Security Supervisor to oversee security staff on scheduled shifts and ensure safety protocols are followed on center grounds and facilities. The role requires calm incident response, documentation of events, and coordination with on-site supervisors and law enforcement when needed.

The ideal candidate has at least one year of related security or youth-facing experience, along with a valid driver’s license and a GED or high school diploma.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• One year related security experience preferred.
• Experience working with youth required.
• Valid driver’s license in state of employment with clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Supervises security personnel on assigned shifts to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Acts as primary on-center contact for on-duty supervisors, law enforcement and staff when Safety/Security Manager is unavailable.
• Performs security inspections of grounds and facility; documents results.
• Responds to incidents and de-escalates disturbances; reports major incidents to supervisor and center director.

Skills

Youth engagement

Security supervision

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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

Supervises Security personnel on assigned shifts to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.

• In the absence of the Safety/Security Manager, functions on assigned shift as primary on center contact for on-duty supervisors, law enforcement agencies and other on-duty staff for immediate response to situations requiring Safety and Security staff attention.
• Continually makes physical inspections and security checks of grounds and facility and documents results.
• Performs safety/security officer duties and provides supervision to staff to protect life and property against theft, vandalism, misappropriation, fire, flood, or similar disaster on assigned shift in compliance with government, corporate, and management directives.
• Informs the Safety/Security Manager and the Center Director or designee of anything that warrants immediate attention, including major incidents, extreme emergencies, unscheduled arrival of important visitors, etc.
• 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.
• Transports students as assigned.
• Picks up and delivers material as directed.
• Performs routine vehicle inspections on GSA fleet; and reports vehicle repair needs to as required.
• 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 students as they enter and exit the center.
• Searches all students entering center for contraband.
• Searches others entering and exiting center as required.
• Supervises students 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.

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.

APM, including Equus Workforce Solutions, Ross Innovative Employment Solutions, Dynamic Workforce Solutions, DESI, AGELIC, and Grant Associates, is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. APM is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application, interview, or selection process, please contact [e-mail].