Senior Security Officer

Job DescriptionWage - $22.85 an hourSchedule – Full TimeOur staff also enjoy these benefits:Health, dental, vision, prescription and life insuranceShort & long-term disability401(k) retirement planPaid time off and paid holidaysProfessional development assistanceCareer advancement opportunitiesMTC is proud to operate the Joliet Job Corps Center in Joliet, IL where our staff provide quality services to our local youth. We value our professional and caring employees who are dedicated to improving people's lives and we want YOU to join our team!What you will be doing:Directly supervises security officers on their assigned shift. Responsible for providing security coverage at campus access gate, performing patrol duties in assigned areas to ensure positive group relations and activities, and to protect life and property, in compliance with government and management directives.Essential Functions:Perform administrative and security activities of the department; serve as liaison between center and immediate community in security, law enforcement and fire agency mattersInterview, hire, train, discipline and terminate security staff subject to required approvalProvide staff training, evaluate staff performance and recommend personnel changesReview incident reports for completeness, conciseness, proper spelling, and grammar, prior to distributionAssist with developing new and revised policies and procedures securitySupervise the investigation of student and staff accidents; ensure all paperwork is completedProvide fire protection, conduct frequent fire drills and inspections of the facilityConduct orientation and in service training programs for staff and students to ensure that security policies are followed; assist manager, safety & security with safety training and programsConduct periodic security audits to identify deficiencies and recommend changesProvide records and reports of departmental activities upon request by management, insurance underwriters, DOL and other government agenciesCoordinate with other center staff concerning safety and security matters and conduct security related investigationsCoordinate searches of students' rooms and belongings to ensure center health and safetyProvide for the safety and security of students on center grounds through the direction and monitoring of the mobile advisor staffEducation & Experience:High school diploma or equivalent and one year experience in a supervisory capacityDirectly related youth program experience may be considered in lieu of formal education requirements on a year by year basisExcellent written and verbal communications skills and computer proficiency requiredValid driver's license with an acceptable driving recordManagement & Training Corporation (MTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process. If you are interested in employment opportunities with Management & Training Corporation and need assistance, please contact our staffing department through View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io.