Security & Safety Jobs in Joliet, IL (Now Hiring) — 7 open

Wage - $70,000 - 74,000 annually/ based on experience

Schedule – Full Time

Our staff also enjoy these benefits:

• Health, dental, vision, prescription and life insurance
• Short & long-term disability
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Professional development assistance 
• Career advancement opportunities 

MTC 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 senior security officer, security officers and drivers. Responsible for the supervision of center security, fire protection, tort claims, and significant incidents in compliance with government and management directives. Performs and oversees the administrative functions of the security department.

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 matters
• Interview, hire, train, discipline and terminate security staff subject to required approval
• Provide staff training, evaluate staff performance and recommend personnel changes
• Review incident reports for completeness, conciseness, proper spelling, and grammar, prior to distribution
• Assist with developing new and revised policies and procedures safety and security
• Supervise the investigation of student and staff accidents; ensure all paperwork is completed
• Provide fire protection, conduct frequent fire drills and inspections of the facility
• Conduct 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 programs
• Conduct periodic security audits to identify deficiencies and recommend changes
• Provide records and reports of departmental activities upon request by management, insurance underwriters, DOL and other government agencies
• Coordinate with other center staff concerning safety and security matters and conduct security related investigations
• Coordinate searches of students’ rooms and belongings to ensure center health and safety
• Provide for the safety and security of students on center grounds through the direction and monitoring of the mobile advisor staff
• Inspect all center areas for safety of facilities and health violations to identify potential hazards; initiate corrective action
• Ensure fire extinguishers are available in required locations and in working condition at all times
• Assist in developing and implementing the occupational safety and health plan
• Provide fire and safety procedures and literature to staff and students; develop and implement safety training programs for staff and students on the center safety and health plan; conduct training for staff on OSHA standards
• Maintain logs and reports of all employee and student injury/accident reports; investigate serious accidents and make recommendations for prevention
• Coordinate with other center staff concerning safety programs
• Ensure monthly fire drills are conducted in all areas
• Promote safety campaigns on center to reduce accidents
• Ensure that personal protective equipment (PPE) is worn in the trades to comply with OSHA standards. Provide training in proper usage
• Complete accident investigation reports which include a detailed narrative on the incident, injuries, casual factors, and recommendations for corrective action
• Facilitate monthly safety committee meetings. Review accidents since last meeting and identify corrective actions
• Provide positive, quality customer services to students, staff and other center customers
• Participate in student employability programs and activities
• Support, promote, and enforce the Job Corps’ Zero Tolerance Policy
• Promote the development of Career Success Standards by modeling appropriate behaviors, mentoring students where necessary and monitoring both positive and negative behaviors through interventions
• Maintain accountability of staff, students and property; adhere to safety practices.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Associate's degree and two years related experience working with youth, one year experience which should be in a supervisory capacity
• Directly related youth program experience may be considered in lieu of formal education requirements on a year by year basis
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills and computer proficiency required
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Management & 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 [email protected] or 801-693-2888.

Learn more about Management & Training Corporation here