Safety & Security Officer

Safety & Security Officer – Weekends Only

Part Time | Saturday & Sunday | 10:30am - 7pm

Pay rate: $16 - $18 per hour, based on experience.

• Verify entrance for residents at the side door, primarily during curfew.
• Perform internal inspections of the facility to ensure security and note concerns. Report violations via the Unusual Incident Report procedure and inform direct supervisor.
• Perform exterior inspections of the facility via cameras to ensure security and note concerns. Report violations via the Unusual Incident Report procedure and inform direct supervisor.
• Accompany Shelter Advocate and Case Management staff to de‑escalate incidents or threats of violence using techniques provided in staff training.
• Respond to security concerns according to CHOICES/Lutheran Social Services policies and procedures.
• Utilize daily log to document incidents, occurrences, and shift activity; submit to manager and security team before shift end; proactively communicate any issues to the incoming shift Security Officer.
• Accompany staff when directed to conduct searches according to CHOICES policies & procedures, for reasonable suspicion.
• Escort staff, volunteers, visitors, and other persons to and from vehicles as requested or necessary.
• Always maintain a professional demeanor with residents, donors, volunteers, and staff.
• Follow all CHOICES policies and procedures; refer to the LSS handbook.

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
• Previous experience in a security role preferred.
• Previous experience working with a diverse population preferred.
• Previous experience in a residential social service setting preferred.
• Valid Ohio driver’s license and ability to meet LSS insurance standards required.

• Health insurance
• Tuition reimbursement program
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer‑matched savings
• Dental and vision insurance
• Medical and childcare flexible spending (FSA)
• Health savings account
• PTO and 12 paid holidays
• Discount marketplace
• Opportunity to make a positive impact on individuals and the community

Lutheran Social Services of Central Ohio is committed to being an equal opportunity employer.

Salary: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour.