Security Guard - New York, United States - THE HISPANIC SOCIETYOF AMERICA

Description

Security Guard

Reporting to the Director of Facilities, the Security Guards have the following responsibilities: Oversee the safety and security of our visitors and staff, contribute to the overall protection of art as well as prevent any serious art incidents.

Security Guards provide security services in the galleries, the staff entrance, and the Museum offices with the aim of creating a positive environment for the general public and museum members.

The position is full time, 40 hours per week.

The schedule includes Saturdays and Sundays. Weekdays to be determined. Must be available to work some evening events.


Responsibilities:

• Enforce the Museum rules of conduct for visitors
• Patrol designated area in the galleries, employee entrance and offices
• Ensure that the public, the Museum Staff and other outside contractors adhere to certain fundamental rules of security to prevent theft, fire, damage, and personal injury
• Monitor and report safety conditions
• Other duties as assigned

Required Certifications:

• 8 and 16hour New York State Certification

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of 2+ years in a security field
• Must be available to work evenings and weekends
• Must be able to stand particularly for sustained periods of time.
• Respond to First Aid and Emergency Situations

Other skills:

• Excellent communication skills
• Strong customer service skills

Preferred Experience

• Spanish proficiency

Pay:
$18.00 per hour


Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k)

matching

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 3 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Overtime

Experience:

• Customer service: 1 year (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• New York, NY required)

Ability to Relocate:

• New York, NY 10032: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location:
In person