Job Description

THE SALVATION ARMY

Northern and Central Illinois Division

Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center

POSITION TITLE: Safety Associate

LOCATION/DEPT: Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center- Chicago

REPORTS TO:Facilities Service Manager.

PAY GRADE 402

PAY RANGE: $17.00-$20.40

Who we are

At The Salvation Army, we are dedicated to Doing the Most Good. We are made up of thousands of Officers, soldiers, staff, volunteers, donors, and Partners working together to holistically meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of our most vulnerable neighbors

Kroc Center Chicago vision Kroc center Chicago is a community center where families, individuals and relationships thrive in the name of Jesus.

Safety Associate under the supervision of the Facilities Service Manager will help provide a Safe and Secure environment to members, guests and staff of the Ray & Joan Kroc Community Center of Chicago. These responsibilities include ensuring that all policies and procedures are followed by everyone in the building. Be a first responder to emergencies and they arise. Perform duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Facilities service manager. Maintain acceptable grooming standards in accordance with The Salvation Army/Ray and Joan Kroc Center directives and policy. Our Ideal candidates are detail oriented, physically fit, and able to work efficiently under pressure. They should have experience working in a fast-paced environment and be able to work both independently and as part of a team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES

Areas of responsibility included are not limited to the following:

• Enforce all Salvation Army/Ray & Joan Kroc Center policies and procedures.
• Always remain alert and vigilant
• Follow safety guidelines to ensure all staff and guests are safe.
• Interact with staff, members and guests in a positive professional manner.
• Greet all guests and patrons as they enter the building.
• Report on any safety concerns that arise to the Facilities Service Manager
• Monitors, secures, and restricts building ingress and egress as needed.
• Perform safety checks, participate in drills and respond to emergencies as they arise.
• Perform wanding or operate metal detectors as needed.
• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for the job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Education High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience Basic understanding of safety and security, customer service, Familiarity with safety guidelines and regulatory requirements.

SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Physical stamina and strength. Ability to lift and move heavy objects.
• Attention to details, to remain attentive and vigilant.
• Time Management.
• Problem solving: Addressing any issues that arise during the day.
• Communication: Effectively communicating with team members and supervisors.
• Safety awareness: Understanding and following safety protocols to prevent accidents
• Teamwork: Working collaboratively with other team members to achieve common goals.
• Adaptability: Adjusting to changing work requirements and environments.
• Customer Service: Interacting politely and professionally with guests and members.
• A willingness to promote the mission of The Salvation Army.

JOB LIMITATIONS

The Individual will adhere to all policies and procedures in carrying out the responsibilities of the position

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK:

• Standing and Walking: Long periods of standing or walking, often concrete and uneven surfaces.
• Climbing: Occasionally climbing ladders
• Endurance: Working long hours, sometimes in adverse weather conditions.
• Manual dexterity: Handling tools and equipment with precision.

COMPETENCIES

1. Maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters and maintains positive relationships with co-workers and supervisors.
2. Resolve conflicts in a positive manner, De-escalation.
3. Treat staff, clients and visitors with courtesy.
4. Respect others’ property and person.
5. Use professional and appropriate communication to and about co-workers, supervisors and subordinates.
6. Support the Mission of The Salvation Army by treating every donor, contact and colleague with respect and dignity, and without discrimination of any kind.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

This individual will be evaluated on how effectively the outcomes of this position are achieved as well as the timeliness, accuracy, and completeness of accomplishing assigned goal.

THE SALVATION ARMY MISSION STATEMENT

The Salvation Army, an international movement is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Qualifications

DOING THE MOST GOOD 

Do you want to use your skills and talents to make a lasting difference in the world-  The Salvation Army is the fourth largest charity in the United States and is an international organization based on Biblical principles created to help people in need.  We are mission-driven, diverse, collaborative, and focused on positive results for people. Join us in making a difference. 

The Salvation Army offers a competitive benefit package for eligible employees which may include the following medical, dental, vision, hearing, disability and life insurance, flexible spending accounts, 403(b) retirement accounts, a company-funded defined contribution (pension) plan and generous time off policies.  

               In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for this position, please contact the Human Resources department.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minority/Female/Veterans/Disabled. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.