Security Guard (Swing)

Job Description

Job Description

Community Safety Technician

Maybelle Center is seeking a Community Safety Technician who will be responsible for providing security services for Maybelle Center (including the Macdonald Residence and Maybelle Center administrative and program space). The Community Safety Technician is responsible for maintaining a safe and orderly environment at Maybelle Center, making sure residents' rights are honored while creating respectful space for both residents and staff.

• Full-time
• 100% on-site
• Swing shift 2pm-10:30pm

• Conduct internal patrols to ensure access points are properly secured and to ensure protection of property and people with a high degree of attentiveness to details and safety.
• Monitor property to detect unauthorized trespassers and provide appropriate deterrence and a calming presence.
• Monitor surveillance cameras to assess external environment and potential risks.
• Prevent and detect theft or misappropriation of goods, money, or other items of value.
• Protect individuals and property from harm.
• Respond to emergency situations and implement emergency response procedures.
• Investigate reported incidents in a timely manner.
• Document rounds in Safety Logbook and write clear, detailed, accurate reports as needed.
• Interact positively with all individuals with whom there is contact, encouraging a positive work environment for all staff and a positive living environment for all residents.
• Assure that the after-hours phone line is being answered and information passed along appropriately.
• Prevents unauthorized access.
• Must report emergency situations as they happen to Community Safety Manager.
• Provide a visible security presence to deter potential crimes and unruly behavior.
• Contract emergency services when needed to ensure effective emergency response for staff and/or residents.
• Community Security Technicians are required to cross-train and assist other departments with organizational needs and tasks.
• Assist with special projects as assigned and perform other duties.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
• One year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have a valid Unarmed Department of Public Standards and Training Certification
• Basic typing skills are essential, along with basic knowledge of PC's and word processing software, preferably in a Microsoft Windows environment.
• Support a dignified and caring atmosphere with residents, families, visitors, and staff.
• Protects privacy and confidentiality of information pertaining to the resident, employee, residence, company information and records.
• Maintain a safe and secure working environment and practice safe working habits.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, while being comfortable with speaking effectively before groups of residents and employees.
• Ability to communicate effectively and regularly through reading and writing emails in a timely manner.
• Have a desire and ability to work with diverse populations.
• Demonstrated reliability with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision
• Participate in training, in services, and attend meetings as required.
• Support a dignified and caring atmosphere with residents, families, visitors, and staff.
• Protect privacy and confidentiality of information pertaining to residents and staff.
• Comply with the attendance, punctuality, and other established organizational policies.
• Maintain a neat appearance, good personal hygiene, and appropriate attire.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions listed above.

• Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel and to talk and hear.
• Frequently required to sit and reach with hands and arms.
• Required to stand; walk; walk and stoop, kneel and crouch.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• The environment is characteristic of a facility in which healthcare in provided to the frail elderly and individuals requiring additional assistance due to special needs. The noise level is usually moderate.

• 100% employer-paid health insurance for employees, with dependent coverage options available
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with a dollar-for-dollar match up to 4% (eligible after 60 days)
• TriMet pass or parking reimbursement
• Generous paid time off: 10 paid holidays plus over 5 weeks of PTO
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, financial, and personal support
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Meal provided during on-site shift

Starting salary: $24.00 - $26.00/hour (+shift differential between 6pm to 6am)

About Maybelle Center

Belonging is a basic human need. However, many of us face barriers that keep us from experiencing deep connection with others. Maybelle Center partners with neighbors in downtown Portland to build connection and a sense of belonging through affordable housing and inclusive social events and activities so more of us can experience a healthy, connected life and contribute to a thriving Portland. You can find out how we build belonging on our website:

The talented and devoted individuals who work at Maybelle Center bring a passion and commitment to our community every single day - in a sometimes challenging, but always rewarding, environment. We are guided by our core values: 1.) Every person has innate value and is important; 2.) It is a fundamental need to be socially connected with other humans; 3.) We all have something to offer and places where we can learn and grow - we are continually learning together.

A Note to Potential Candidates: Studies have shown that women, trans, non-binary, BIPOC, and other candidates from most-impacted communities are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every single one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization, and we are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. That candidate may be one who comes from a background less traditional to our field of work, and that is welcome. We would strongly encourage you to apply, even if you feel you do not meet every one of the qualifications described. Maybelle Center is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to View email address on ziprecruiter.com.

Requires passing pre-employment background check.