Residential Reentry Center Security Specialist

6 hours ago

New Orleans, Louisiana, United States VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA SOUTHEAST LOUISIANA Full time
Job Summary

Under the direction of the Chief of Security, the Security Specialist is responsible for providing security of offenders at the assigned center, documenting records and reports, assisting in daily maintenance and janitorial duties for the upkeep of the facility, and performing other related duties as assigned.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Provides quality security to the offenders of the Residential Reentry Center Services.
  • Monitors and enforces facility rules by ensuring that inmates are complying with Federal Bureau of Prisons standards.
  • Monitors offenders' accountability log sheets.
  • Conducts and participates in fire drills.
  • Processes documentation, records, and reports as instructed and directed.
  • Writes reports of daily activities of incidents and irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences.
  • Patrols RRC premises to preserve order and protect property, prevent and detect signs of intrusion, and ensures security of doors, windows, and gates. Monitors surveillance equipment; inspects buildings, equipment, and sally ports.
  • Attends scheduled monthly staff and security meetings.
  • Responds to all emergency alarms and disturbances.
  • Monitors and authorizes entrance and departure of clients, employees, visitors, and other persons and maintains security of premises. Maintains a safe and secure environment for clients, employees, and visitors.
  • Observes and collects urine samples.
  • Answers telephone calls to take messages and provides only authorized information during non-business and business hours.
  • Attends all mandatory training within the annual established timeframe.
  • Attends scheduled monthly staff and security meetings.
  • Collects and processes subsistence payment from offenders.
  • Executes other duties as assigned.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities (Non-essential)
  • Attends quarterly training.
  • Participates in ACA and PREA audits.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

This position requires the incumbent to have completed at least one year of education beyond high school or have a high school diploma with two years of related experience.

Must be able to function with minimal on-site supervision, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to function as part of a team. Must be able to utilize a computer keyboard and demonstrate basic understanding of Microsoft Outlook.

This position requires the incumbent to have superb oral and concise, professional written communication skills, along with exceptional organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks concurrently.

The person should be capable of generating correspondence and spreadsheets using computer software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Must possess polished and diplomatic customer relation skills verbally, in person, and through telephone communications, and in writing.

  • Must be able to maintain confidentiality.
  • Competent computer skills, including MS Office, and knowledge of office equipment are required.
  • Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
  • Organizational, planning, work management, and prioritizing skills are required.
  • Problem-solving ability, attention to detail, accuracy, flexibility, and reliability are required.
  • Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule when needed to meet the needs of the facility.
  • Ability to structure time, establish priorities, and work independently and as a team.
Special Requirements
  • Must be at least 21 years of age or older at the time the offer of employment is made.
  • May have to work outside of normal working hours.
  • Must have a valid driver's license, access to a registered and insured vehicle.
  • Must be able to pass all required compliance checks and criminal history investigation, including Bureau of Prison NCIC/NLETS.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain certification in First Aid and Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation.
Working Conditions

Normal office environment.

This position may require the incumbent to engage in overnight travel up to 5% of the time as well as local travel in and around the community appropriate to the performance of duties and responsibilities.

  • Current driver's license issued by the state of residence.
  • Current Vehicle Inspection decal.
  • Current vehicle insurance.
  • Current vehicle registration in the state of residence.
  • Satisfactory Motor Vehicle Report.
Physical Requirements

Work is primarily performed in a normal office environment generally while seated at a desk. Dexterity is required to perform work with a personal computer keyboard, calculator, and other office equipment. The employee may be required to stand, bend, lift, and stoop in performing work.

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