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Summary
Skills for Chicago
Is a Chicago-based nonprofit that removes barriers to employment by eliminating biases that disqualify candidates unnecessarily. Working with local and global companies, Skills brings opportunities to neighborhoods and municipalities throughout the Chicagoland area. To be eligible for Skills for Chicago services, candidates must reside in Illinois or Indiana, be authorized to work in the United States, and be either unemployed or underemployed.
Obama Foundation
The Obama Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring, empowering, and connecting people to change their world. Through programs like the Obama Leadership Network and the development of the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago, the Foundation invests in civic leaders and community engagement. Its mission is rooted in the values of inclusion, civic responsibility, and global citizenship.
Job Highlights
- Monitor visitor and staff behavior to ensure safety and identify suspicious activities
- Implement emergency protocols as needed
- Respond to, document, and report incidents or security concerns
- Assess and evaluate security risks regularly
Candidate Profile
- 3+ years of previous security experience required
- High school diploma or GED required
- Must have an active and valid PERC card
- Ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time
- Must be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays
Additional Information
Location
Chicago
Benefits
Dental;Employee Assistance;Life Insurance;Long Term Disability;Medical;Retirement/401K;Rx/Pharmacy Benefits;Short Term Disability;Transportation Reimbursement;Vacation;Vision
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Job Description
Skills for Chicago
Is a Chicago-based nonprofit that removes barriers to employment by eliminating biases that disqualify candidates unnecessarily. Working with local and global companies, Skills brings opportunities to neighborhoods and municipalities throughout the Chicagoland area. To be eligible for Skills for Chicago services, candidates must reside in Illinois or Indiana, be authorized to work in the United States, and be either unemployed or underemployed.
Obama Foundation
The Obama Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring, empowering, and connecting people to change their world. Through programs like the Obama Leadership Network and the development of the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago, the Foundation invests in civic leaders and community engagement. Its mission is rooted in the values of inclusion, civic responsibility, and global citizenship.
Job Highlights
- Monitor visitor and staff behavior to ensure safety and identify suspicious activities
- Implement emergency protocols as needed
- Respond to, document, and report incidents or security concerns
- Assess and evaluate security risks regularly
Candidate Profile
- 3+ years of previous security experience required
- High school diploma or GED required
- Must have an active and valid PERC card
- Ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time
- Must be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays
Additional Information
Location
Chicago
Benefits
Dental;Employee Assistance;Life Insurance;Long Term Disability;Medical;Retirement/401K;Rx/Pharmacy Benefits;Short Term Disability;Transportation Reimbursement;Vacation;Vision
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