What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Safety position at HELP USA?
Program: Logan Fountain| 8 Fountain Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11208
What You'll Do
As the Safety Director for Logan Fountain, a newly opened family shelter in Brooklyn, New York, you will be responsible for planning, organizing, and overseeing a 24/7 safety program that ensures a safe and secure environment for our clients, staff, and visitors. Our safety staff are typically the first point of contact for residents when they arrive at our facilities. In addition to ensuring the safety of residents, our safety staff play a crucial role in making residents feel welcome and setting a positive tone for their stay.
Your responsibilities will include:
Leading and managing all Safety Staff at the facility including determining appropriate staffing levels; recruiting, hiring, and orienting qualified staff; scheduling to ensure adequate staffing levels at all times; ensuring that staff members receive appropriate training and skill development; fostering professional growth, development, and advancement for all staff, and conducting annual performance evaluations.
Functioning as On-Call Administrator, responding to emergencies, and working weekends and night hours as needed.
Reviewing and advising on all safety-related policies and procedures and correcting all violations and potential safety hazards.
Ensuring accurate record keeping and timely preparation of incident reports, monthly reports, and any other required documentation.
Ensuring that protocols for Violence in the Workplace are followed.
Serving as liaison with local Police, Fire, and other emergency agencies.
You’re a great fit for this role if you have:
New York State Security Guard License is required.
FDNY F-80 certification and F-02 required.
Associate's degree or equivalent experience and skills.
Minimum of five years experience (preferably seven) in law enforcement or related field.
Minimum of two years’ supervisory experience.
Demonstrated knowledge, experience, or capacity to work with homeless families, individuals, and/or disadvantaged populations.
A valid U.S. driver's license is required.
Computer literacy with Microsoft applications is required.
Salary : $77,250
