Part-Time Gate Attendant

New York Botanical Garden; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Part-Time Gate Attendant to control entry and ensure security at a renowned botanical garden. This role involves screening visitors, managing vehicle security, and promoting exceptional customer service. The organization is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment, making this position not only about security but also about contributing to a welcoming atmosphere for all guests. If you are passionate about nature and enjoy working in a vibrant community setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must be available to work weekends and holidays.
• Valid NY State Driver's License is required.

Responsibilities

• Screens visitors entering the Garden.
• Provides security for parked vehicles.
• Promotes positive customer service.

Skills

Customer Service

Security Awareness

Communication Skills

Radio Communication

Education

Valid New York State Driver's License

Tools

Two-Way Radio

Job description

The Part-Time Gate Attendant controls entry into the Garden at walk-in gates and controls parking and the security of vehicles at the Twin Lakes parking lot.

Additionally, this position supports, through actions and conduct, NYBG’s Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility initiatives and actively helps to build and maintain an inclusive organizational culture throughout the institution.

The New York Botanical Garden is committed to an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible work environment, and further recognizes that diversity in our workforce fosters excellence in our mission of advocating for the plants of the world. Leveraging the strong foundation of existing policies and practices, NYBG will advance inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility through a number of institutional initiatives. Our aspiration is to continue to cultivate a workforce and institution that is as diverse as the communities we serve and the audiences we engage.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities:

• Screens visitors as they enter the Garden.
• Provides security of all parked vehicles parked in staff parking areas.
• Promotes positive customer service.
• Utilizes two-way radio.

Schedules:

• Friday and Sunday 10am-6:30pm.

Requirements:

• A valid New York State Driver's License.
• Must be available to work weekends and holidays.

Hourly: $16/hr.

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

EOE/BIPOC/F/Persons with disabilities/Veterans

About the company

The New York Botanical Garden is a botanical garden located at Bronx Park in the Bronx, New York City.