PT Security Guard, Bergen-Saratoga Supportive Housing

CAMBA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 21,071 - 30,010; Part time

Job summary

A community-based organization in New York City seeks a part-time Security Guard to ensure the safety and security of its facilities. Responsibilities include monitoring security systems, conducting patrols, and reporting any irregularities. Candidates require a high school diploma and relevant security training certifications. The role offers a starting compensation of $18.54 per hour with additional training requirements during employment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D or equivalent experience required.
• Must maintain NYS Security Guard license and registration during employment.
• Obtain required training course certificates within specified timeframes.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and ensure the security and fire safety of the facility.
• Conduct patrols of buildings and grounds.
• Document incidents and property damage in security log.

Skills

Crisis management

Security monitoring

Patrolling

Report writing

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Tools

Security camera systems

Job description

Who We Are: CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach almost 80,000 individuals and families, including almost 13,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families are living in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today.

The Bergen-Saratoga

is a supportive/affordable housing development located in the Ocean Hill/Brownsville section of Brooklyn developed by Dunn Development. Bergen Saratoga Apartments will provide affordable housing for low‑income working families at 50% or 60% of Area Median Income along with 40 units set aside for formerly homeless individuals who are Population A (SPMI/NYNY III) eligible. These units will be master leased by the non‑profit social services provider, CAMBA, Inc. CAMBA will provide on‑site supportive services including case management and 24/7 front desk security services. Amenities include a community room with a kitchen, a library/computer room, a tenant garden, laundry and a children’s play area. This project is a true public‑private partnership with land contributed by the City of New York coupled with subsidies.

Position: PT Security Guard

Reports To: Program Manager

Location: 331 Saratoga Avenue, Brooklyn NY 11233

What The PT Security Guard Does

• Monitor and ensure the security and fire safety of the entire facility.
• Employ crisis prevention/intervention and crisis management skills when conflict occurs.
• Patrol buildings and grounds of facilities where CAMBA programs are located.
• Examine doors, windows, gates and all fire exits to determine that they are secure and in accordance with all fire regulations.
• Observe and report irregularities such as unusual tenant behavior, trespassers, fire hazards, leaking water pipes, and security doors left unlocked.
• Monitor tenants and facility via security camera systems.
• Conduct fire safety patrol and report findings or fire safety concerns to appropriate supervisory personnel.
• Conduct security screenings of all tenants and visitors entering the facility.
• Issue commendations to support positive tenant behaviors such as peers helping peers, compliance with rules and regulations, etc.
• Counsel tenants that violate rules (such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles) and complete infraction reports.
• Observe departing employees, visitors and/or tenants to guard against theft of CAMBA property.
• Document in the security log book and incident report forms property damage, unusual occurrences, and incidents with employees, visitors and tenants.
• Maintain assigned equipment per shift.
• Sign equipment in and out for each shift.
• May provide all required information for weekly/monthly/quarterly/annual reports.

Minimum Education/Experience Required

• High school diploma or G.E.D or equivalent experience

Other Requirements

• Obtain “Criminal History Checks” (CHC) fingerprinting through the New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) and the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs (Justice System) and Staff Exclusion List (SEL) clearance.
• Maintain fingerprint clearance throughout the duration of employment.
• As a Mandated Reporter, report suspected incidents/cases of abuse and neglect to the Vulnerable Persons Central Register (VPCR) Hotline at 1-855-373-2122 and complete a CAMBA Incident Report.
• Must have an 8 hour Pre‑Assignment security guard training course certificate.
• Obtain a 16 hour On‑the‑Job security guard training course certificate within 90 days of employment.
• Complete an 8 Hour Annual In‑Service Course each calendar year.
• Maintain a NYS Security Guard license.
• Maintain NYS Security Guard registration during employment.
• Maintain Fire guard certification throughout employment.

Compensation

$18.54 per hour

Status

Part‑time

CAMBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio‑economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation.