Public Safety Officer - Team Lead

Job Description

SOME (So Others Might Eat) exists to help the homeless and poor of Washington, DC. With over 30 programs throughout the District of Columbia, we provide a wide spectrum of services to the most vulnerable individuals and families in our city. We strive to provide successful paths toward mental and physical health, continued sobriety, job training and employment with a living wage, affordable housing, and ultimately living independently and confidently.

SOME (So Others Might Eat) is looking for a Public Safety Officer Team Lead (Unarmed) with a great attitude and a high level of commitment to keep our clients, staff, and community safe.

Covid-19 Considerations: In alignment with DC Health, COVID-19 vaccinations, and boosters are mandated for personnel working in SOME’s healthcare-designated programs, which currently include Medical, Dental, Population Health, Behavioral Health Services (BHS), Exodus House, Jordan House, Kirwan House, Kuehner Place, Leland Place, and Mary Claire House. Requests for a medical or religious exemption will be considered for reasonable accommodation.

Position Description: Lead public safety officers and give assistance with operational support for SOME Inc. programs and facilities. Monitor CCTV and report findings

Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday, 11am-7:30pm (40 hours per week)

Required: HS Diploma or GED; 3-5 yrs. Public Safety experience; experience providing services to the homeless and/or underserved population.

Preferred: Bachelor's Degree; 3-5 yrs. Public Safety and supervisory experience; experience providing services to the homeless and/or underserved population.

Required License/Certification: CPR/First Aid; Must possess and maintain a vehicle and valid Driver's License (Mileage will be reimbursed)

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Organizational skills with attention to detail

Able to communicate with diverse audiences

Resilience to work with difficult situations

Supervisory & leadership skills

Able to exhibit professionalism under pressure

Proficient with MS Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Assertiveness

Conflict resolution skills

Expected Contributions: Public Safety Management/Supervisory

Ensure appropriate department staffing levels in order to meet objectives; Assess, evaluate, and hire new employees as needed

Ensure SOME Inc. facilities are safe and clients receive services in a secure environment. Provide security detail inside/outside of the locations.

Provide conflict mitigation and de-escalate conflict between clients, guest, residents and/or staff with the use of CPI\Handle With Care training.

Develop and file incident reports SIR for medical, police issues and special circumstances

Issue barring notices as needed

Contact police when conflict escalates or violent behavior is exhibited by client, guest or residents

Develop positive working relationships with the local police and other law enforcement

Enforce rules consistently for all clients, guests and residents

Monitor security cameras, prepare footage and download for investigation

Complete and file incident reports/ SIR for medical, police, issues, and special circumstances

Print off pictures from CCTV for barring list and keep information accurate and up to date

Environmental Working Conditions: This position functions primarily on the O Street Campus with exposure to heat, cold, steam, and fumes. Work will be performed both indoors and outdoors on SOME facility grounds.

Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds, bend, kneel, and squat, and may be required to stand for long periods.

Reports to: Public Safety Officer, Senior Team Lead

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

To Apply: Go to our career page at and click on the search icon to locate this position. Follow the instructions to complete your online application profile to be considered. No phone calls, please.

Position Designation: This position is designated as Safety Sensitive. You may be subject to drug testing prior to or during your employment with SOME. In this position, you may be disqualified from employment based on the presence of marijuana in test results, even if you possess a medical card authorizing the use of medical marijuana.

SOME (So Others Might Eat) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, personal appearance, family responsibilities, genetic information, disability, matriculation, political affiliation, veteran status, or liability for service in the Armed forces of the United States. SOME (So Others Might Eat)