Safety Associate

Block by Block•Denver, CO

11d

About The Position

Block by Block employs Ambassadors to make public spaces friendlier, safer, and cleaner for the communities it serves. The Safety Ambassador patrols an assigned zone, helps pedestrians and visitors, watches for unwanted behavior and criminal activity, and shares information with local businesses. The role involves working outdoors in all conditions and continuously walking or riding a bike during an eight-hour shift. Weekend availability is required. Shifts listed are 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and 11:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Requirements

Valid Colorado driver's license.
High school diploma or GED.
At least 18 years of age.
Ability to walk or traverse, including by bicycle, continuously during an eight-hour shift, with two 15-minute breaks and a 30-minute lunch break.
Ability to work outdoors in all conditions.
Ability to speak, read, and write English to create basic reports.
Weekend availability is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience is preferred; training will be provided.

Responsibilities

Patrol the assigned zone on foot and/or by bike as a deterrent and watch for unwanted behavior and activity.
Provide information, assistance, and directions to pedestrians and visitors while maintaining a positive, professional demeanor.
Observe unwanted behaviors or criminal activity and report them to local authorities through established communication methods.
Accurately describe people, vehicles, and other identifying details.
Firmly and courteously request compliance from people violating low-level quality-of-life laws or rules, such as those concerning panhandling, loitering, and disruptive behavior.
Acknowledge and engage pedestrians with a friendly greeting or smile and provide directions and city information.
Visit a specified number of zone businesses to share information and gather contact information.
Complete basic daily reports of tasks performed.