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The Chicago Lighthouse

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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Chicago, IL
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

The Chicago Lighthouse is hiring a Security Guard. The Chicago Lighthouse seeks a Security Guard to maintain a safe and secure environment for agency clients, visitors, and staff, performing regular rounds, monitoring parking areas, responding to assistance calls, completing incident reports, and supporting reception duties while assisting blind customers.

Key focus areas include Make regular rounds of interior and exterior of building, Patrol and monitor visitor and staff parking areas, and Respond to staff calls for assistance.

Important skills include Microsoft Word, Excel, Good Communication And Interpersonal Skills, Ability To Act Calmly In Difficult Situations, Knowledge Of Community Resources, and Ability To Work With Diverse Populations.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Microsoft WordExcelGood Communication and Interpersonal SkillsAbility to Act Calmly in Difficult SituationsKnowledge of Community ResourcesAbility to Work With Diverse PopulationsAbility to Work With Minimum SupervisionFamiliarity With Standard Office Computing Environment

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Its EquivalencePrevious Security/Police Officer ExperienceCommitment to Mission for Blind or Visually Impaired

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Match

Full job description

Full Time

Clerical

The Chicago Lighthouse - Main Office, Chicago, IL, US

Salary Range: $17.05 To $20.00 Annually

BASIC FUNCTION : Works to maintain a safe and secure environment for agency clients, visitors and staff.

RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE WORK OF OTHERS : This position holds no direct supervisory responsibility.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO :

  • Make regular rounds of the interior and exterior of the building;

  • Patrol and monitor the visitor and staff parking areas;

  • Respond to staff calls for assistance;

  • Initiate calls for assistance to City Police or Fire Department as needed;

  • Complete incident Report forms;

  • Relieves receptionist as assigned;

  • Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

  • Assist with Blind customers and staff during pick ups and drop offs

QUALIFICATIONS :

  • High school diploma or its equivalence required;

  • Previous security/police officer experience required;

  • Ability to act calmly and with composure in difficult situations;

  • Knowledge of community resources (safety, emergency etc…)

  • Ability to work well with staff, clients and visitors;

  • Ability to interact with diverse populations;

  • Ability to work with minimum supervision;

  • Good communication and interpersonal skills;

  • Familiarity with standard office computing environment and software including Microsoft Word and Excel;

  • Commitment to our mission of providing opportunities for people who are blind or visually impaired is essential.

Employee Benefits

BENEFIT PACKAGE UP TO AN ADDITIONAL 25% OF SALARY INCLUDING:

  • 10 days paid vacation

  • 12 paid holidays

  • 6 sick days accrued over the year

  • Insurance Eligibility the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance offered

  • Short/long term disability

  • Life insurance 2x salary

  • Employee recognition events

  • Company matched 401(k) plan

  • Reasonably priced delicious food options on site (except at Glenview location)

The Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired is an Equal Opportunity Employer in full compliance with local, state, and federal Civil Rights & Affirmative Action laws. The Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired maintains a strong policy of accommodation and a consistent practice of employing qualified individuals with disabilities. All applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, sexual orientation, military status, order of protection status or unfavorable discharge from military service.

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