Safety and Security Coordinator - Project for Pride in Living

Accepting Applications until Filled

Who We Are  

Project for Pride in Living, Inc. (PPL) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering low-income people to become self-reliant through integrated services. When joining PPL, you become a part of a diverse team whose goal is to assist our residents and communities with the groundwork they need, not only to survive but also to thrive. We are eager to welcome others to our team who are dedicated to serving our residents and pursuing our mission to build the hope, assets, and self-reliance of individuals and families who have lower incomes by providing transformative, affordable housing and employment readiness services.

Job Summary

PPL is in search of a full-time Safety and Security Coordinator. This role coordinates mitigation of physical and environmental safety issues at PPL-owned and managed properties, thereby ensuring that PPL meets and maintains the highest possible staff, resident, and neighborhood safety and security standards.   

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Protects life, safeguards property and maintains peace at all PPL locations and through enforcement of local, state, and federal laws as well as PPLs rules and regulations.
• Regularly visit PPL properties, document notable situations or observations regarding property safety and maintenance (security doors, windows, and lighting) and/or evidence of possible illegal activity.
• Create and maintain respectful, collaborative relationships with PPL staff, residents, neighbors, community stakeholders, and law enforcement personnel.
• Assist with creating proactive, strategic plans to address security issues at "hot" properties.
• Monitor cameras systematically; retrieve and assess footage of incidents.
• Maintain regular, consistent communication with PPL site staff.
• Investigates and completes Incident Reports of events resulting in significant property damage, police intervention, and/or injury to staff, residents, or neighbors in or on PPL property
• Respond to calls from PPL staff for emergency assistance, including at PPL offices or school sites, and take action to protect persons first and property second.
• Act as a visible presence to deter loitering and illegal activity.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Schedule: Varies.  Weekend and evening hours may be required on occasion).

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position has no employee supervisory responsibilities. 

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent communication skills, written, oral and electronic.
• Capacity to build and maintain relationships with people from a diverse spectrum of backgrounds, including diverse racial and cultural communities.
• Capacity to use technology, including Outlook, Microsoft Word, Xcel, and remote camera viewing software.
• Familiarity and comfort with key neighborhoods in which PPL properties are located.
• Demonstrated commitment to PPL values around safety and security, including respect, kindness, compassion, relationship, de-escalation, communication, honesty, and trust.

Hours: Monday- Friday, 40 hours a week

Education and Experience:

• At least 1-3 years of experience in safety and security
• High School Diploma or GED is required
• Military or law enforcement training / experience preferred.
• Certified in Mental Health and Situational de-escalation techniques training.
• Valid Minnesota driver's license with good driving record and own vehicle with proof of auto insurance.

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.

A detailed job description is available upon request or when selected for the next phase of the hiring process.

PPL's work structure has evolved into a Hybrid Model, balancing on-site presence at the office or satellite locations (60%) and remote work from home (40%). It's important to highlight that, particularly within the property management field, the flexibility in working hours and remote work options will be contingent upon the performance of each portfolio.

Salary: $22.00 - $24.00 Hr., DOQ

Benefits Based on Eligibility: Health & Dental; Employer Paid Short & Long Term instability Insurance, Employer Paid Life Insurance; Paid Parental Leave; Voluntary Life Insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA); PTO & Paid Holidays; 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match; Summer half-day Fridays; an impactful presence in an organization that makes a difference in many lives. 

Application Process: 

Qualified candidates can apply online. Include a cover letter and resume. The hiring process includes phone screens and in-person interviews, references, and background checks for final candidates. 

PPL strives to be an equitable and inclusive organization committed to elevating the voices of the communities we serve, those who are disproportionately affected by systemic inequities. Persons of color, women, members of the LGBTQ community, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. 

PPL is an EEO/AA employer. PPL participates in the federal E-verify program to confirm all newly hired employees' identity and employment authorization.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the organization will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.