Description
Do you want to help improve the lives of at-risk youth in your community?
Do you want to join a team of people who are hard-working and want to help others?
Do you want to build a career, while making a difference in the world?
If this sounds like you, let's talk! We're hiring a Security Officer at our San Pasqual Academy in Escondido, CA, an affiliate of Rite of Passage. Our employees are dedicated and passionate individuals that are committed to inspiring positive change in the lives of youth. Joining our team is more than just a job, it's an opportunity to create a meaningful career with a company driven by its powerful mission to make a difference.
Rite of Passage is a leading national provider of programs and opportunities for troubled and at-risk youth from social services, welfare agencies and juvenile courts. With an emphasis on evidence-based practices and positive skill development, combined with our supportive and therapeutic approach, our organization is respected by industry experts as a highly effective solution for our youth. Since 1984, over 50,000 youths have entered and completed our programs. ROP has built its reputation on running life-changing educational treatment programs that positively contribute to the community.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:
Adheres to the facility schedule and assists staff with ensuring students are on time for all site program elements.
Monitors front gate entry and the safe and efficient movement of staff, students and visitors throughout the facility.
Answers and directs all incoming calls, radio/intercom transmissions and entry requirements.
Demonstrates knowledge of all Emergency Evacuation plans and policies as well as provides directions to emergency personnel in the event of an emergency.
Assists with emergency situations by providing first aid and/or CPR when necessary.
Conducts security checks of the entire campus, including the grounds and buildings during each shift.
Maintains the safety and security of the physical plant and all individuals by monitoring site personnel, visitors, service people, vendors, and student family members when entering or leaving the campus.
Investigates and notifies the Shift Supervisor of unauthorized individuals found on the site premises and insures their departure.
Assists with the apprehension of runaway students and arranges emergency transportation when needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High School diploma or equivalent.
Must be 21 years of age or older.
Must possess a current State Driver's License and have an acceptable driving record for the past three (3) years.
Ability to pass a criminal background clearance check, drug screen, physical and TB test.
Qualifications
Education
Preferred
High School or better
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
