Community Safety & Prevention Specialist
Community Safety & Prevention Specialist
Operations & Facilities Department
Full Time - In-Person | Oakland, CA
Mission
Safe Passages disrupts the cycle of poverty by engaging youth and families to build and drive a continuum of services that supports student success and community development.
Safe Passages is a non-profit organization committed to disrupting the cycle of poverty by supporting our local community. We serve over 5,000 children and families annually through our strategies that span across the life spectrum of birth through young adulthood, including Early Childhood, School Linked Services, Juvenile Justice, and Career Pathways. Safe Passages' work is based on the premises that access to educational opportunity, health services, and family support should not be dictated by race or socio-economic status, and that healthy and supported youth are better prepared to learn and succeed.
Essential Functions
Security, Patrol, & Surveillance
- Monitor entrances and exits, verify identification and authorization, and prevent unauthorized access to restricted areas.
- Conduct routine patrols of the interior and exterior of the premises to identify potential safety or security risks and deter inappropriate or criminal activity.
- Serve as a visible and approachable presence for staff, youth, and families. Provide guidance and assistance in a respectful and culturally responsive manner.
- Partner with front desk, facilities, and emergency personnel to maintain an effective and unified approach to campus safety.
- Monitor and ensure functionality of security systems, including cameras and alarms, reporting malfunctions or required maintenance promptly.
Emergency Response & Safety Preparedness
Respond promptly to alarms, disturbances, and emergency situations, including fire, medical, or behavioral crises, and coordinate with emergency responders when needed.Lead and facilitate emergency preparedness activities including fire, lockdown, earthquake, and evacuation drills for staff.Utilize non-violent conflict resolution and self-defense strategies when necessary.Document detailed reports on any incidents or accidents and follow up with required reporting entities based on local, state, and federal mandates. Conduct investigations / inspections in the workplace and implement training / policies as needed related to safety and security issues.Minimum Qualifications
Security Guard card / certificationCurrent CPR certificationCurrent EMT certification desiredTraining and proficiency in self-defense and de-escalation techniquesDemonstrated ability to lead safety drills (fire, lockdown, evacuation, earthquake, etc.)Experience working with youth and individuals from marginalized or culturally diverse backgroundsStrong interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to remain calm and make decisions under pressureFamiliarity with trauma-informed practices and a commitment to cultural responsivenessProof of eligibility to work in the USFull COVID-19 vaccine; TB test within the last 3 yearsValid US Driver's License and a reliable vehicleEducation
Required : High school diploma or equivalentPreferred : Some college coursework or a degree in a related field (Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology, etc.)Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience in a security, school, community center, or nonprofit settingBilingual or multilingual capabilitiesKnowledge of safety regulations and local emergency response protocolsFor Your Work / Life Balance
13 paid holidays & 1 floating holiday100% Employer-paid insurance coverage and 75% Employer-paid domestic partner and dependent coverage for medical, dental, and vision benefitsChiropractic & Acupuncture CoveragePaid time off and sick leave accrualsEmployer-administered Flexible Spending Accounts for Health Care and Dependent Care expensesEmployer-administered voluntary pre- or post-tax 403 (b) employee retirement contribution accountEmployee Assistance ProgramEligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness ProgramWork Schedule : Monday through Friday, 10 : 00 AM - 6 : 00 PM with the exception of some weekends and hours outside of the regular schedule as needed
Compensation : $45,760 to $52,000 ($22-$25 per hour); Full-Time (based on 40 hours per week) + Benefits
Safe Passages is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
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