Sr. Safety & Security Advisor

distinctionllc; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Distinction LLC is seeking a Safety & Security Supervisor in St. Louis to lead a dedicated team, patrol the campus, and respond to emergencies with sound judgment. You will mentor student leaders and partner with center leadership to maintain a safe, welcoming environment where youth can learn and grow.

The role emphasizes leadership, communication, and accountability, with focus on de-escalation and teamwork to serve the center community effectively.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalency required.
• 1–3 years experience in law enforcement, security or public safety.
• Experience working with youth is preferred.
• Strong conflict resolution and de-escalation skills.
• Excellent communication and report-writing abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the Safety & Security team to ensure a safe campus.
• Patrol the center and monitor activities to keep everyone safe.
• Respond to emergencies and incidents with professional judgment.
• Conduct security checks of doors, lighting, equipment and access.
• Prepare clear incident reports and maintain security logs.
• Partner with Center Leadership for urgent communications.
• Mentor student leaders through training on communication, leadership and decision-making.
• Create a positive residential environment where students feel safe and respected.
• Model professionalism, accountability, teamwork and customer service.
• Support campus-wide safety initiatives and a culture of integrity.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Conflict resolution

Education

High School Diploma or High School Equivalency

Job description

About Distinction LLC

Distinction, LLC is a Mississippi-based business that oversees operation of the St. Louis Job Corps Center. We are
looking for qualified applicants who are enthusiastic, energetic, and purpose-driven.

Working with at-promise youth on a Job Corps Center is both rewarding and fulfilling. We offer competitive pay and a positive work environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth and development.

Join Our Team as a Safety & Security Supervisor!

Lead with Purpose. Protect with Pride. Make a Difference Every Day.

Are you someone who thrives on leadership, enjoys helping others, and knows how to keep people safe? If you're looking for a career where no two days are the same, we'd love to meet you!

As our Safety & Security Supervisor, you'll do much more than patrol a campus—you'll mentor students, lead a dedicated team, respond to challenges with confidence, and help create a safe, welcoming environment where young people can learn, grow, and succeed.

What You'll Be Doing

Every day brings new opportunities to make a positive impact by:

Leading and supervising the Safety & Security team to ensure a safe and secure campus.

Patrolling the center and monitoring campus activities to keep students, staff, and visitors safe.

Responding to emergencies, incidents, and unexpected situations with professionalism and sound judgment.

Conducting building and property security checks, including doors, lighting, vehicles, emergency equipment, and facility access.

Preparing clear, accurate incident reports and maintaining security logs.

Partnering with Center Leadership to quickly communicate situations requiring immediate attention.

Mentoring student leaders by providing training on:

• Communication Skills
• Conflict Resolution
• Leadership
• Zero Tolerance Expectations
• Positive Decision-Making

Helping create a positive residential environment where students feel safe, respected, and supported.

Modeling professionalism, accountability, teamwork, and outstanding customer service every day.

Supporting campus-wide safety initiatives and contributing to a culture built on respect, integrity, and inclusion.

We're Looking For Someone Who Is...

A confident leader

Calm under pressure

Passionate about helping young people succeed

A great communicator

Dependable and accountable

Fair, respectful, and professional

Ready to make a difference every single day

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or High School Equivalency.
• 1-3 years experience in law enforcement, security and/or public safety required.

Preferred

• Experience working with youth or young adults
• Strong conflict resolution and de-escalation skills
• Excellent communication and report-writing abilities

Why You'll Love Working Here

This is more than a security job—it's an opportunity to shape lives.

When you join our team, you'll:

Mentor future leaders

Build meaningful relationships with students and staff

Work alongside a supportive leadership team

Grow your leadership skills

Help create a campus where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're looking for a career that combines leadership, service, and purpose, this is your opportunity.

Additional Requirements:

Must have regular attendance. Ability to motivate and inspire staff. Ability to design and implement work plans. Ability to establish and handle multiple priorities. Must obtain and maintain CPR/First Aid Certification. Proficiency with personal computer and applicable software. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Position requires an ability to operate office equipment. In addition, individual must be able to interact with team members and maintain an effective working relationship with Center staff and departments.