Security assistant Jobs in Chicago, IL
- Promoted
Assistant Chief of Security
SAFER FOUNDATIONChicago, IL, US
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Security Officer
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SertifiChicago, IL, USAssistant Chief of Security
SAFER FOUNDATIONChicago, IL, US- Full-time
Job Description
Job Description
The Safer Foundation is a social service provider to individuals with arrest and conviction records. Through a full range of services, including case management, educational instruction and advocacy, we focus on preparing individuals for the world of work by helping them find and keep productive and meaningful employment.
General Summary :
Each Assistant Chief of Security is responsible for leading facility security operations and staff training during their designated shift, at their assigned center. This position ensures compliance with security protocols as mandated by the Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC), supervises CRC II staff, and serves as a shift trainer for CRCI and CRCII teams, overseeing their professional development in security, safety and correctional best practices. All Assistant Chiefs work collaboratively to maintain operational consistency and training standards across both centers.
This position requires strong leadership, shift-based security oversight, crisis intervention expertise, and staff development and training skills to maintain a secure, well-prepared workforce in a correctional environment. This role involves direct supervision, performance evaluation, training, and development of personnel while ensuring alignment with Safer Values. The Assistant Chief of Security staff must also be available for on-call emergencies, short staffing situations, and crisis intervention, contributing to a secure and professional correctional facility. Each Assistant Chief is expected to coordinate to ensure seamless communication and operational continuity.
Performance Results Description
The Position is properly performed when all essential duties and responsibilities are executed by following the Safer Values.
Exceeding Expectations, Communication and Collaboration, Integrity and Evidence Based Innovation.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Stakeholder Interface
- Oversee facility security operations during the assigned shift, ensuring full compliance with all policies and procedures.
- Supervise CRC II staff, ensuring all security functions are executed professionally and in alignment with Safer values.
- Authorize and monitor vehicle use by staff.
- Conduct and oversee security procedures, including shake-downs, strip searches, contraband control, and resident drug testing.
- Monitor facility conditions, security compliance, and safety hazards, ensuring corrective action is taken when necessary.
- Act as a liaison between security teams, administration, and external agencies, including law enforcement and IDOC officials.
- Be available on-call for emergency responses, staffing shortages, and crisis intervention as needed.
- Ensure smooth transition between shifts, providing detailed handoff reports to the next Assistant Chief to maintain continuity.
Stakeholder Outreach and Recruitment
Tracking, Documenting, and Reporting
Fiscal Reporting and Accountability
Supervision of People
Training & Development – Lead Trainer for CRC Teams
Expected Outcomes :
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Education and Experience
Benefits :
Medical Insurance – Care for you and eligible family members
Choice of two (2) Medical Plan options from BlueCross BlueShield
Preferred Provider Organization (PPO)
Health Maintenance Organization (HMO)
Dental Insurance – Offered by BCBS
Individual coverage 100% paid by Safer!
Eligible family coverage available
Vision – “See” how Safer cares for your eye health
Low-cost co-pays for in-network exam, frames & contacts
Life Insurance – Protection for you & your family
Basic Life (equal to 1.5 times your salary.)
100% paid by Safer!
403b Retirement Plan – Helping you save for retirement
Generous Company match to help you save more!
Vacation & Holidays – Refresh, rewind, & enjoy at Safer!
Vacation days (non-manager)
Company Holidays (2025); more than industry standard
Paid Leave Days
Other Benefits & Perks - adding value to You!
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
Benefits such as Pet Insurance, Critical Illness, & Travel
Safer Foundation is a drug-free workplace.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Affirmative Action / Minorities / Females / Veterans
www.saferfoundation.org
No Phone Calls Please