Senior Security Officer

MTC Corrections•Joliet, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

MTC is proud to operate the Joliet Job Corps Center in Joliet, IL where our staff provide quality services to our local youth. We value our professional and caring employees who are dedicated to improving people’s lives and we want YOU to join our team! This role directly supervises security officers on their assigned shift. Responsible for providing security coverage at campus access gate, performing patrol duties in assigned areas to ensure positive group relations and activities, and to protect life and property, in compliance with government and management directives.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
One year experience in a supervisory capacity
Excellent written and verbal communications skills
Computer proficiency required
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record

Nice To Haves

Directly related youth program experience may be considered in lieu of formal education requirements on a year by year basis

Responsibilities

Perform administrative and security activities of the department; serve as liaison between center and immediate community in security, law enforcement and fire agency matters
Interview, hire, train, discipline and terminate security staff subject to required approval
Provide staff training, evaluate staff performance and recommend personnel changes
Review incident reports for completeness, conciseness, proper spelling, and grammar, prior to distribution
Assist with developing new and revised policies and procedures security
Supervise the investigation of student and staff accidents; ensure all paperwork is completed
Provide fire protection, conduct frequent fire drills and inspections of the facility
Conduct orientation and in service training programs for staff and students to ensure that security policies are followed; assist manager, safety & security with safety training and programs
Conduct periodic security audits to identify deficiencies and recommend changes
Provide records and reports of departmental activities upon request by management, insurance underwriters, DOL and other government agencies
Coordinate with other center staff concerning safety and security matters and conduct security related investigations
Coordinate searches of students’ rooms and belongings to ensure center health and safety
Provide for the safety and security of students on center grounds through the direction and monitoring of the mobile advisor staff
Provide positive, quality customer services to students, staff and other center customers
Participate in student employability programs and activities
Support, promote, and enforce the Job Corps’ Zero Tolerance Policy
Promote the development of Career Success Standards by modeling appropriate behaviors, mentoring students where necessary and monitoring both positive and negative behaviors through interventions
Maintain accountability of staff, students and property; adhere to safety practices.