Security Specialist

Chicago Housing Authority•Chicago, IL

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY The Security Specialist is primarily responsible for gathering data related to criminal activity at CHA properties and preparing all necessary reports and video related to the crime data. The Specialist will prepare video evidence for Law Enforcement, Legal, FOIA and Property Management. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Coordinate activities with law enforcement agencies to secure accurate data related to CHA properties. Prepares monthly crime reports and assists in preparing quarterly and annual reports. Ensure continued integration of CHA's video surveillance with other city agencies. Investigate, through surveillance footage, crimes and lease violations on CHA properties. The analyst will complete a visual inspection of sites as requested, and work with the property management firms to ensure that their staff maintain the vacant lots. Catalog and track all surveillance requests, dispositions and chain of custody for video pertaining to incidents on CHA property. Develop professional, accurate and detailed reports from videotaped footage of subjects. Assists internal departments during construction and design to ensure proper video coverage of sites. Upon request, will use proprietary software to retrieve video and document and store the video on the CHA's share drive. Coordinates information sharing with law enforcement agencies, CHA staff and property managers relating to criminal investigations and lease enforcement. Oversees the installation of new surveillance hardware/software at CHA properties. Except for vacation, will be on call 24 hours a day. Meet with stakeholders to develop strategies to address crime and disorder issues on or near CHA property. Keep abreast of all security strategy matters addressed by the Emergency Services Department to respond in the absence of the Director.

Requirements

A minimum of two (2) years of technical experience with surveillance equipment from law enforcement or private security sector and/or a combination of education and /or experience in security or law enforcement (e.g. Associates/Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice or related field).
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills are required.
Possesses strong attention to detail, be a self-starter, able to meet deadlines and maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
Must possesses a valid driver's license and travel throughout the city as necessary.
Must be willing to be on-call and available 24/7.

Responsibilities

Coordinate activities with law enforcement agencies to secure accurate data related to CHA properties.
Prepares monthly crime reports and assists in preparing quarterly and annual reports.
Ensure continued integration of CHA's video surveillance with other city agencies.
Investigate, through surveillance footage, crimes and lease violations on CHA properties.
The analyst will complete a visual inspection of sites as requested, and work with the property management firms to ensure that their staff maintain the vacant lots.
Catalog and track all surveillance requests, dispositions and chain of custody for video pertaining to incidents on CHA property.
Develop professional, accurate and detailed reports from videotaped footage of subjects.
Assists internal departments during construction and design to ensure proper video coverage of sites.
Upon request, will use proprietary software to retrieve video and document and store the video on the CHA's share drive.
Coordinates information sharing with law enforcement agencies, CHA staff and property managers relating to criminal investigations and lease enforcement.
Oversees the installation of new surveillance hardware/software at CHA properties.
Except for vacation, will be on call 24 hours a day.
Meet with stakeholders to develop strategies to address crime and disorder issues on or near CHA property.
Keep abreast of all security strategy matters addressed by the Emergency Services Department to respond in the absence of the Director.

Benefits

Vacation, Sick and Personal, competitive PTO package
Medical (HMO, PPO, and No employee cost High-Deductible PPO)
Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Long-Term Care Insurance
Pet Insurance
Parking
Transit
Prepaid Legal Services
Brightstar 529 College Savings Plan
Identity Theft Protection
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance
Deferred Compensation Plan: Empower 457/401(a) with a 3% employer match
Pension Plan: CHA makes contributions on behalf of the employee, along with the employee's 3% contribution; 100% vesting occurs after 6 years of continuous employment or opt-out of CHA's Retirement Plan and continues to participate in the Municipal Employees Annuity and Benefit Fund of Chicago
Hybrid work schedule (position specific)
This position may be eligible for remote work following a successful completion of a 90-day probationary period according to CHA’s established policies and procedures.