City of Portland - Shelter Security Guard General Assistance

Start Date: January 22, 2025 | End Date: January 31, 2025
County: Cumberland County
Job Type: Other
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City of Portland - Shelter Security Guard General Assistance

HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES SOCIAL SERVICES DIVISION
Security Guard-Full Time (37.5 hours per week)
Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 7:30a.m. - 4:30 p.m, and Thursday 7:30am- 1p.m.
Location: General Assistance Office - 39 Forest Ave.

This position will handle internal and external security through visual observation at the General Assistance office. They will be responsible for using safety protocols to greet facility guests, perform scheduled and random searches during check-in/open hours times and by staff request. The Shelter Security Guard will be responsible for addressing guest or visitor concerns and conflicts, alerting Shelter/General Assistance staff of guests in crisis, assisting in emergency situations, and reporting any suspicious activity.

Required Skills & Experience:

• The ideal candidate for this position has a professional disposition and excellent customer service skills.

• They also possess the ability to stay calm and de-escalate crisis situations.

• Ability to work on their feet for extended periods of time, and the ability to establish and maintain professional boundaries with clients.

• Applicants should have previous experience with vulnerable populations.Experience with incident documentation and related paperwork, experience working as part of a team in a fast-paced, client-focused setting.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Applications accepted until 01/31/2025
Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check.

Salary & Benefits:

This is a union position, CEBA (Grade 8) - Pay range starting at: $20.57/hour.

The City of Portland prides itself on its outstanding benefits and collegial and mission-driven work environment. City benefits may include:

• Free employee health insurance with the completion of wellness incentives

• Thirteen paid holidays

• Sick, vacation, and personal leave

• Life, dental, vision and income protection insurances

• Choice of retirement plans, including a pension plan

• Use of City recreation facilities

• Discount on professional development programs through USM and Thomas College

If you have questions or need assistance with the application, please contact Shae Gonzalez (City of Portland Recruiter) at [email protected] or 207-653-3615 (call or text)

The City of Portland believes that to do our best work, our employees need to reflect the diverse, vibrant community we serve. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation, please call 207-874-8624 or email [email protected]

To apply: https://apptrkr.com/5940472