24/7 Campus Security Officer – Public Venue

Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts is seeking a Security Officer to protect staff, guests, and property across the campus. The role covers 8-hour shifts, 40 hours weekly, with weekend work and potential overtime to support operations.

The position is full-time and unionized under Local 32BJ, with benefits eligibility after 90 days. Responsibilities include surveillance, incident reporting, post security, and coordination with other departments.

Qualifications

• Current New York State Security License required (8 and 16 Hour Certificates).
• Valid NYS Security Guard License.
• Valid F-04 Fire Guard License (LC will Give 60 days to obtain).
• Valid S60 Watch Person at Construction sites (LC will give 60 days to obtain).
• AED and CPR certification (LC will give 60 days to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Protect Lincoln Center staff, patrons, community, and campus property.
• Escort and/or apprehend trespassers and violators of campus rules.
• Secure and survey assigned posts during shifts.
• Communicate vital information within and across departments.
• Attend daily roll calls and maintain professional appearance.
• Operate handheld radio as needed.
• Set up and use Evolt/ Evol v Edge equipment when required (security hardware).
• Report suspicious incidences to management in detail.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Under pressure

Radio operation

Education

New York State Security License (8/16 hr)

NYS Security Guard License

F-04 Fire Guard License

S60 Watch Person (construction)

AED and CPR certification

Tools

Genetec VMS

Evol v Edge

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Job description

Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts is seeking a Security Officer to protect staff, guests, and property across the campus. The role covers 8-hour shifts, 40 hours weekly, with weekend work and potential overtime to support operations.

The position is full-time and unionized under Local 32BJ, with benefits eligibility after 90 days. Responsibilities include surveillance, incident reporting, post security, and coordination with other departments.