Job Description

SECURITY OFFICER
The Milwaukee Rescue Mission (MRM) is seeking part-time, 1st shift Security Officers to join our safety team. Security Officers create and maintain a safe and secure environment at our Central Campus. The Central Campus is home to our shelters, recovery programs and administrative offices.

LOCATION: Central Campus, 830 N 19th Street, Milwaukee, WI. 53233

WORK SCHEDULE: Part-time (24 hours/ 3 days per week) Tuesday & Thursday: 10:00am-6:00pm and one weekend day 6:00am-2:00pm (rotating Saturday or Sunday)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Help ensure the safety and security of staff, guests, visitors, building and property
• Help ensure staff, guests and visitors understand and follow premise rules and regulations
• Conduct regular patrols and inspections of the building and grounds to identify and report maintenance concerns, damage and potential security risks
• Diligently monitor surveillance cameras throughout shift
• Encourage a harmonious atmosphere by encouraging peaceful resolutions to conflicts
• Discern potentially volatile situations and act quickly to de-escalate and alleviate disruptions
• Respond to alarms and emergency calls, requesting assistance from emergency personnel for high risk situations
• If necessary, remove or assist in removing any person engaged in suspicious or criminal acts
• Perform First Aid and/or other life saving measures if necessary
• Support various emergency drills per emergency action plans
• Assist with guest screening and breathalyzer tests at the Central Campus shelters (Safe Harbor & Joy House), as needed

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required, college preferred
• Previous experience in security, social work or other related fields preferred
• A mature Christian with a servant’s heart who is able to relate well with others in a diverse population
• Familiarity with security equipment and practices preferred
• Ability to remain positive and calm, and to demonstrate fair, consistent, and sound judgement when dealing with problematic behavior or chaotic or conflicting situations
• Strong conflict resolution skills. Able to defuse potentially volatile situations with patience and tact
• Ability to apply knowledge and experience of health and safety requirements
• Culturally competent and relational with strong interpersonal communication and mentoring skills
• Ability and willingness to follow directions, be flexible and a team player
• Computer literacy and the ability to navigate industry software
• Good report writing and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Reliability, dependability, and punctuality are expected
• A workplace demeanor consistent with a Christian church environment: civil, respectful, polite, and responsive
• Be in agreement with and subscribe to the MRM Statement of Faith and the MRM Statement of Biblical Convictions
• Be a committed follower of the Lord Jesus Christ, which is evident in personal testimony and Christian conduct
• Pass a pre-employment background check and drug test

PART-TIME BENEFIT PACKAGE:

• Hiring range $19.26-20.33 hour (+ weekend shift differential) based on experience/qualifications
• Paid holidays
• Free onsite parking
• Free meal available during shift

The Milwaukee Rescue Mission is a 501 (c)3, charitable, non-profit church, Christian organization. Milwaukee Rescue Mission has an organizational religious exemption from the prohibitions contained in Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, concerning religious discrimination in employment. We further reserve the right to discriminate or designate certain positions when a bona fide occupational qualification exists. Subject to the Constitution of the United States and all applicable state and federal laws, Milwaukee Rescue Mission does not discriminate in the administration and dissemination of its programs and services.

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