Public Safety Officer - Team Lead

SOME (So Others Might Eat) provides material aid and comfort to our vulnerable neighbors in Washington, DC, helping them break the cycle of poverty and homelessness through programs and services that save lives, improve lives, and help transform the lives of individuals and families, their communities, and the systems and structures that affect them.

Our more than 30 programs throughout the district provide comprehensive services that lead to mental and physical health, continued sobriety, job training, living‑wage employment, and affordable housing. We meet immediate needs with food, clothing, and healthcare, and offer the tools one needs to live with hope, dignity, and greater independence.

We offer our employees a competitive compensation and benefits package that reflects our organizational culture, mission, and core values. The salary range for this position is $53,705.00 to $56,796.30 and is commensurate with experience.

Some (So Others Might Eat) is looking for a Public Safety Officer Team Lead with a great attitude and a high level of commitment to keep our clients, staff, and community safe.

The Public Safety Officer Team Lead is responsible for providing leadership and guidance to public safety officers while supporting the operational needs of SOME, Inc. programs and facilities. This role ensures a safe and secure environment by overseeing daily safety operations, monitoring CCTV systems, and promptly reporting and addressing any findings or incidents. The Team Lead serves as a point of contact for escalated safety concerns, supports training and coordination of staff, and collaborates with program and facilities teams to maintain a secure, welcoming environment for clients, staff, and visitors.

Sunday – Thursday, 11:00 am – 7:30 pm (40 hours per week)

HS Diploma or GED; 3‑5 yrs. Public Safety experience; experience providing services to the homeless and/or underserved population.

Bachelor's Degree; 3‑5 yrs. Public Safety and supervisory experience; experience providing services to the homeless and/or underserved population.

CPR/First Aid;
Must possess and maintain a vehicle and a valid Driver's License (Mileage will be reimbursed)

• Organizational skills with attention to detail
• Able to communicate with diverse audiences
• Resilient to work with difficult situations
• Supervisory & leadership skills
• Able to exhibit professionalism under pressure
• Proficient with MS Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Assertiveness
• Conflict resolution skills

• Ensure SOME Inc. facilities are safe and clients, guests, and residents are in a secure environment. Provide security detail inside/outside of the locations.
• Provide conflict mitigation and de‑escalate conflict between clients, guests, residents, and/or staff with the use of CPI/Handle With Care training.
• Develop and file incident reports SIR for medical, police issues, and special circumstances
• Issue barring notices as needed
• Contact police when conflict escalates or violent behavior is exhibited by the client, guest, or residents.
• Develop positive working relationships with the local police and other law enforcement
• Monitor security cameras, prepare footage, and download for investigation
• Complete and file incident reports/ SIR for medical, police, issues, and special circumstances.
• Print off pictures from CCTV for the barring list and keep information accurate and up to date.
• Enforce rules consistently for all clients, guests, and residents
• Assist when needed to any SOME program.
• Notify facilities immediately when a situation arises requiring attention
• Become familiar with the SOME Emergency Preparedness Plan

• Make rounds with public safety officers who are assigned to programs.
• Document and report concerns to help provide a safe and secure environment.
• Assist Housing Program Managers and staff with requests for troubleshooting conflicts, as needed.

• Ensure appropriate department staffing levels in order to meet objectives;
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