Division: Private Shelter
Job Title: Unarmed Security Guard
Location: Brooklyn, NY
Certifications Needed: Unarmed Security Guard License, F02 Certificate of Fitness
Compensation: $18.87, Union Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision)
Schedule: Multiple (Full Time/Part Time)
Job Overview
The Unarmed Security Guard plays a key role in maintaining a safe and secure environment at the assigned client location for visitors, guests, residents, and their property. This role requires vigilance, professionalism, and adherence to company protocols to identify and respond to potential risks.
The Security Guard communicates effectively with the Site Supervisor or Manager on duty and works collaboratively with team members to uphold company policies, regulatory requirements, and a high standard of client service.
Responsibilities
- Provides onsite watch/protection of assigned post and designated perimeter
- Observes, reports and supports client expectations
- Reports all breaches per applicable methods
- Operate security equipment like magnetometers or handheld metal detectors.
- Utilizes company scheduling platform for clock-ins/clock-outs of scheduled shift
- Evaluates and responds to alerts in surrounding area with professionalism and according to company protocol
- Support Fire Life Safety Directors during fire-related emergencies.
- Alerts Supervisor on Duty when situation requires escalation per company protocol
- Assists fellow security guards with de-escalation when applicable per company protocol
- Follows procedures for fire prevention, property patrol, and incident reporting
- Works with diligence and respect to ensure the safety and security of assigned client, visitors and property
- Adheres to all Company service and operating standards
- Additional tasks as needed
Qualifications
- 1+ years of security experience, preferably in a shelter setting
- Valid NYS Security Guard License (Required)
- F02 Certificate of Fitness (Required)
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills
- Ability to stand for a long period of time
- Professional appearance and demeanor
- Additional certifications are a plus
Pay: $18.87 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
