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Position Title: Youth Security Officer
Position Summary
The Youth Security Officer is responsible for ensuring that the
Gary Comer Youth Center is a safe and welcoming
environment for all of its members, staff and guests. The
position reports to the Youth & Building Coordinator.
Gary Comer Youth Center
Having opened its doors in June 2006, the state-of-the-art Gary
Comer Youth Center (GCYC) offerspositive
extracurricular alternatives in a welcoming and safe
environment. The mission is to provide the support for allmembers
to graduate from high school, prepared to pursue college and
careers. Located on Chicagos South Side, the
Gary Comer Youth Center draws its primary membership from the
youth of Gary Comer College Prep High School,
the South Shore Drill Team, Paul Revere School and youth
residing in the 3rd District (Chicago Police Department)community.
For more information: www.gcychome.org .
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
Security coverage of the Center and its grounds on an ongoing
basis daily via physical building rounds andcamera
surveillance.
Responsible for intervening and managing conflict amongst youth,
adults and/or visitors.
Implement all GCYC safety related building operations policies
and procedures.
Responsible for implementing assigned security responsibility
for special events. Events can have attendanceranging from 30-600
persons (mainly youth).
Responsible for all safety reporting including incident reports
and conduct reports.
Assists in youth member & guest/reception area including
youth reception, youth departure, proper
dissemination of Center information, guest & volunteer
reception, etc.
Special projects as assigned by the Executive Director or Senior
Program Director.
Experience / Education: Minimum high school diploma required;
some college preferred. Perc card (blue card)
required along with 2-3 years work experience in youth
development or security fields.
Qualifications include:
Security function experience with a focus on youth and
families.
Strong written and oral communication skills, as well as ability
to present information effectivelyin one-on-one and small group
situations.
Must demonstrate cultural competency, dedication to working with
youth, families and community
members in our care.
Competency in MS office applications. Competency in surveillance
camera software a plus.
Physical Requirements:The physical activities listed below are
representative of those that will be required on a regular basis
tosuccessfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Ability to perform duties while walking, standing, stooping
and/or lifting.
Dexterity sufficient to perform computer functions.
Ability to lift materials weighing up to 30 lbs.
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Typical physical demands require full body movement, physical
strength and stamina sufficient to
chase, apprehend, and detain person(s) when required. Carrying
standard equipment and conducting security patrols.
Ability to withstand various weather conditions for outside
security patrols.
Remuneration: Dependent upon qualifications and experience.
To apply please send via e-mail only a cover letter, resume and
reference list by to:
Ayoka SamuelsSenior Program Director
Gary Comer Youth Center7200 S. Ingleside Ave.
Chicago, IL 60619
[email protected]
