Safety Specialist (part-time)
$45,968–$49,920 year
On-siteSkokie, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Collaborate with library staff and outside agencies to anticipate, prevent, and respond to serious or emergency situations. Manage incidents on library property by preparing written reports, handling suspensions per policy, and performing total security checks of facilities and staff spaces after closing. Circulate continuously among public service areas, provide support and referrals for individuals facing mental health or homelessness issues, and control crowds at special events. Learn state and local laws, utilize workplace technology including CCTV and mobile devices, and maintain a safe environment for patrons and staff. Perform a security check of the library exterior at least once per shift for unauthorized activities or maintenance concerns.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of one year of recent experience in social services position or relevant experience
- Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral)
- Exceptional organizational skills
- Ability to collaborate with others, and to develop and maintain effective working relationships with a culturally diverse workforce and community
- Ability to thrive in a working environment with constant public contact with people from all backgrounds and age groups
- Broad cultural competency knowledge and skills, and ability to work effectively with a culturally diverse workforce and community
- Commitment to and demonstrated success discussing, integrating, and promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility
- Outstanding customer service skills
- Ability to exercise reasonable and professional judgment
- Ability to anticipate and creatively solve problems with a flexible mindset and handle stressful situations in a positive manner
- Ability to fairly and consistently apply library's policies, including Appropriate Library Use policy and Enforcement of Library Use Rules and Notification of Suspension policy
- Ability to attain CPR/AED certification and deliver basic first-aid
- Ability to work independently and handle multiple initiatives in a prompt and effective manner
- Ability to handle a wide variety of activities and confidential matters with discretion
- Ability to learn state and local laws related to library safety
- Ability to use extensive workplace technology including email, internet, intranet, hands-free communication devices (Vocera), CCTV surveillance software, and mobile smartphone
- Ability to positively adjust to change
- Regular, predictable, and punctual attendance
- Constant navigation of library property and occasional computer use are required
- Manual dexterity, clear speech, hearing acuity, and correctable vision are required
- Work in all types of weather
- Scheduling may require availability during any library operating hours, including days, evenings, weekends, and occasionally when the library is closed
- Employee required to park in designated area
- Part-time (20 hours a week)
- Monday - Friday 5pm-9pm
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with and knowledge of social work and social services available in Skokie area
- CPI certified or equivalent crisis prevention training
- Experience with mental health first aid, trauma-informed practices
- Experience working in or with public libraries
- Multilingual skills in English plus another language(s) relevant to the Skokie community
- Deep personal dedication to public service
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