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Security Guard, Bronx Zoo

Salary

$35k

Location

Bronx, New York, United States

JobType

part-time

About the job

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Overview

About the role

Job Description

Department: Security
Title: Security Guard
Employment Type: Temporary
Status: Non-Exempt
Grade Level: Hourly
Pay: $17.00/hour
Reports To: Supervisor
Schedule: Must be able to work weekends and holidays; weekday hours also available
Hours: 9:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m., schedule subject to change through the spring and summer, due to needs of the Department. Must be able to perform overtime when needed.

Position Summary: Security Guards ensure that our Staff, guests, and Animal Collection, enjoy a safe experience at Wildlife Conservation Society parks.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Presenting professionalism in uniform while assisting guests that are seeking information, medical assistance or other aid and in a courteous manner.
Communicating clearly using a portable radio.
Following instructions and orders from Security Management and other competent authority.
Completing the Security Officer's Daily Activity Report.
Will be required to remain at fixed post, a roving post covering a designated area and entrance/exit gates, as needed.
Monitoring building conditions for overcrowding, disorderly persons and prohibited items inside exhibits.
Completing other assignments as required and helping others on the team

Qualification Requirements

Qualifications

Must posses a valid New York State Security License
Must possess a valid eight (8) hour Annual Security Guard Training Certificate
Must possess a valid sixteen (16) hour On-the-Job Training Certificate
Basic verbal communication skills
Presenting a neat, clean and professional appearance
Dependability and reliability
Basic math skills
Basic computer skills

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to stand for entire shift.
Must be able to walk long distances.
Must be able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions

Location: Bronx Zoo

EOE M/F/VD

Opportunity Type

Temporary/Seasonal

Salary Range

$17.00/hour

About the company

The Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) is a global 501(c)(3) non-governmental organization, headquartered at the Bronx Zoo in New York City, with a mission to save "wildlife and wild places across the globe". Founded in 1895 as the New York Zoölogical Society (NYZS), the global conservation organization is, as of April 2, 2024, led by Interim President and CEO Robb Menzi. WCS manages four New York City wildlife parks in addition to the Bronx Zoo: the Central Park Zoo, New York Aquarium, Prospect Park Zoo, and Queens Zoo. Together, these parks receive 4 million visitors per year. All these facilities are accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). WCS has a global program doing conservation work on the ground in more than 50 countries.

Skills

communication skills