A Yancy Life,

Campus Safety Coach

Posted
2 hours ago
Employment type
Part-Time / Contract
Location
Los Angeles
Closing date

About this organization

Established in 2003, Yancy Life is a 501(c)(3) organization committed to individualized, lasting impact for students in underserved communities. We believe the best change-makers are often those who come from the communities they serve. We offer competitive pay, flexible schedules, and a mission-driven environment where your work helps transform futures.

About this job

Campus Safety Coach / Safe Passage Coach (Onsite)

Contract Schedule: September 17, 2025 – June 5, 2026

Monday – Friday

· 7:30 AM – 9:30 AM (Mornings - 2 hours)

· 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM (Afternoons - 2 hours)

· 1:15 PM – 3:15 PM (this time is for Tuesday Afternoons Only - 2 hours)

Make a life-changing impact while supporting your community.

Click here to apply now: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/7a48e060eb2841379af93111de9410ca

We are hiring Safe Passage Coaches to provide a visible, positive presence for students traveling to and from schools in high-gang activity areas. This is not just a security role; you will mentor, engage, and build trust with youth while representing the school professionally.

Roles & responsibilities

You will work as part of a Neighborhood Safety Team with campus staff, outreach workers, and community safe spaces teams, helping reduce community violence and supporting student safety.

Serve as a visible deterrent to unsafe activities during arrival and dismissal.

Use de-escalation skills with high-risk community members to prevent violence.

Build trusting relationships with youth and community members while maintaining professional boundaries.

Monitor, observe, and document suspicious or unsafe activities and report to supervisors immediately. Engage with possible negative situations and prevent escalation.

Conduct periodic radio checks and maintain clear, professional communication.

Stay informed about local conflicts and trends to support violence prevention efforts.

Represent the school positively while modeling respect and calm under pressure.

Qualifications

Who We’re Looking For

· High school diploma or GED required (AA or BA is a plus)

· Experience with security and protective services to maintain safety, order, and security.

· Experience with community-based services, street outreach, or similar environments

· Knowledge of Los Angeles County communities with histories of violence

· Experience with conflict resolution, crisis intervention, or mentorship

· Strong critical thinking and observation skills

· Ability to build rapport while maintaining professional boundaries

· Comfortable using radios and mobile devices in the field

· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite for reporting

· Must pass drug screening and background check (no pending criminal cases)

· Must be able to walk, stand, bend, and adapt to outdoor environments for extended periods

· Committed to confidentiality, professionalism, and trauma-informed engagement

To apply

Ready to make a real impact while protecting students and your community?

Apply today: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/7a48e060eb2841379af93111de9410ca