Security Guard

Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired • Chicago, IL

20h • $17 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Works to maintain a safe and secure environment for agency clients, visitors and staff.

Requirements

• High school diploma or its equivalence required
• Previous security/police officer experience required
• Ability to act calmly and with composure in difficult situations
• Knowledge of community resources (safety, emergency etc…)
• Ability to work well with staff, clients and visitors
• Ability to interact with diverse populations
• Ability to work with minimum supervision
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with standard office computing environment and software including Microsoft Word and Excel
• Commitment to our mission of providing opportunities for people who are blind or visually impaired is essential

Responsibilities

• Make regular rounds of the interior and exterior of the building
• Patrol and monitor the visitor and staff parking areas
• Respond to staff calls for assistance
• Initiate calls for assistance to City Police or Fire Department as needed
• Complete incident Report forms
• Relieves receptionist as assigned
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor
• Assist with Blind customers and staff during pick ups and drop offs

Benefits

• 10 days paid vacation
• 12 paid holidays
• 6 sick days accrued over the year
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance offered
• Short/long term disability
• Life insurance 2x salary
• Employee recognition events
• Company matched 401(k) plan
• Reasonably priced delicious food options on site (except at Glenview location)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED