Botanical Garden Attendant Guard

The New York Botanical Garden; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 Vacation Days

12 Paid Holidays

10 Sick Days

Health Coverage

401K

Pension Plan

Job summary

The New York Botanical Garden in New York, NY seeks a full-time Botanical Garden Attendant Guard to enforce garden rules and protect displays, buildings, equipment and grounds. The role requires a NY driver’s license, a NY Security Guard License, and at least two years of full-time security experience, with the ability to obtain the F-03 certificate within 90 days.

Schedule includes Wednesday to Sunday, 10 AM - 6 PM, and Friday to Tuesday, 10 AM - 6 PM; salary is $44,071 per year plus benefits

Qualifications

• Must have a valid New York State Driver’s License.
• Must possess a valid New York State Security Guard License from the Division of Licensing Services.
• Minimum of two years full-time security experience.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must have or obtain Indoor Place of Assembly F-03 Certificate of Fitness within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Attend, guard and patrol assigned areas.
• Protect displays, buildings, equipment, facilities and grounds.
• Maintain order and assist in apprehension of miscreants as needed.
• Maintain occupant safety per F-03 Certificate of Fitness requirements.

Skills

Driver's License (NY)

Security Guard License

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Title: The Botanical Garden Attendant Guard

Application Deadline is October 2nd, 2026

Position Summary

The Botanical Garden Attendant Guard enforces the rules and regulations of the Garden.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Attend, guard and patrol assigned areas.
• Responsible for the protection of displays, buildings, equipment, facilities, and grounds in area of assignment.
• Maintain order in the area of assignment and assist in the detection, ejection and/or apprehension of miscreants, undesirable and disorderly persons.
• Maintain occupant safety as per NYC Certificate of Fitness for Public Assembly Safety Personnel (F-03).

Qualifications

• Candidates must possess and maintain a valid New York State Driver’s License.
• Candidates must possess and maintain a valid New York State Security Guard License from the Division of Licensing Services.
• Must have a minimum of two years full time experience in security or related work.
• In possession of a High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Candidates must possess and maintain a valid Indoor Place of Assembly F-03 Certificate of Fitness or be able to successfully receive the required Certificate of Fitness within the first 90 days of employment.

Physical Demand & Work Environment

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time and work in all types of weather conditions

Work Schedule

This is a full-time role.

• Wednesday to Sunday, 10 AM - 6PM.
  Regular Days Off: Monday and Tuesday
• Friday to Tuesday, 10 AM - 6PM.
  Regular Days Off: Wednesday and Thursday

Salary

• $44,071

Benefits

• 15 Vacation Days
• 12 Paid Holidays
• 10 Sick Days
• Health Coverage
• 401K
• Pension Plan

If you require an accommodation for any part of the application process, please notify the Human Resources department at [e-mail]