Safety Associate (Part-Time)

Block by Block•Charlotte, NC

4h•Onsite

About The Position

Block by Block employs Ambassadors to make public spaces friendlier, safer, and cleaner for the communities they serve. The Safety Ambassador patrols an assigned zone, assists pedestrians and visitors, helps deter unwanted behavior, and reports suspected criminal activity to local authorities. The role involves working outdoors, engaging with the public and local businesses, and completing basic daily reports. The position is part-time and pays $21.00 per hour, with weekly pay and access to pay advances. Afternoon hours are scheduled Monday through Friday; Saturday and Sunday hours are 11:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Requirements

NC PPSB Security Guard Card required.
High school diploma or GED required.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Must be able to walk or traverse, including by bicycle, continuously during an eight-hour shift, with two 15-minute breaks and a 30-minute lunch break.
Must be able to work outdoors in all conditions.
Must be proficient in speaking, reading, and writing English to complete basic reports.
Experience is preferred; training will be provided.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience.

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 behavior or criminal activity and report it to local authorities through established communication methods.
Articulate accurate descriptions of persons, vehicles, and other identifiers.
Firmly and courteously request compliance from people violating low-level quality-of-life rules, including those related to panhandling, loitering, or disruptive behavior.
Acknowledge and engage pedestrians with a friendly greeting or smile, providing directions and city information.
Make a specified number of visits to zone businesses to share information and gather contact information.
Complete basic daily reports of tasks completed.