Safety/Security Officer

Equus•Bangor, ME

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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.

Responsibilities

Enforce all laws, rules and policies authorized by the Safety and Security Department.
Perform alarm and patrol duties in assigned areas to protect life and property.
Make physical inspections and security checks of grounds and facility and document results.
Investigate incidents on center and provide clear and accurate reports.
Control disturbances and assist staff in de-escalating situations.
Ensure students’ civil rights are not violated.
Provide vehicle transportation support.
Provide customer service and aide to all visitors, program participants, and staff.
Pick up and deliver material as directed.
Perform routine vehicle inspections on GSA fleet and report repair needs.
Issue visitor passes and temporary vehicle permits.
Complete required security logs, documentation, and records accurately and on time.
Maintain timely and accurate vehicle and transportation logs and records.
Maintain timely and accurate student accountability.
Log employees, visitors, vendors, and program participants as they enter and exit the center.
Search program participants entering center for contraband.
Search others entering and exiting center as required.
Supervise program participants in isolation.
Communicate and model appropriate CSS and employability skills.
Maintain accountability of staff, students, and property.
Adhere to safety practices in all areas of responsibility.
Foster and sustain a conducive environment at the center, ensuring it remains free from harassment, intimidation, and disrespect.
Attend all required staff training opportunities.
Perform other duties as assigned.