Security Guard

Fort Fisher Aquarium; Nags Head (NC); On-site; USD 20,664; Part time

Job summary

A North Carolina aquarium is seeking a Security Guard to monitor property and ensure public safety. The role requires patrolling facilities, responding to emergencies, and providing excellent customer service to visitors. Candidates must be able to lift at least 30 pounds and have a valid NC Driver's License or the ability to obtain one. This is a temporary, part-time position with no state benefits and a pay rate of $15.00 hourly.

Qualifications

• Ability to walk and stand for extended hours.
• Must possess a valid NC Driver's License or obtain one within 30 days.
• Ability to lift at least 30 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Monitor assigned areas for possible violations and patrol property.
• Ensure the safety of the public by enforcing rules of conduct.
• Provide information of a non-technical nature to the public.

Skills

Knowledge of safety practices

Knowledge of security equipment

General computer operation

Education

High School or GED

Job description

JOB TITLE: Security Guard
VACANCY #: 65014349
DIVISION: NC Aquarium Jennette’s Pier
SALARY GRD/RANGE: NC01
RECRUITMENT RANGE: $15.00 hourly
APPT TYPE: Temporary
LOCATION: Dare County

This is an hourly position with a maximum of 40 hours per week. It is classified as temporary/part-time and does not include state benefits.

Department Information

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) takes care of the things that people love about North Carolina, literally from A to Z. The Arts to the Zoo, and so much else – parks, aquariums, historic sites, archaeology, African American Heritage Commission, science and history museums, the state Symphony, Library and Archives, historic preservation, land and water stewardship, and more. These places, and the ideas they represent, create a shared identity in North Carolina. They provide common ground. Everyone is welcome. The Department’s vision is to be the leader in using the state's natural and cultural resources to build the social, cultural, educational, and economic future of North Carolina. Our goal is to promote equity and inclusion among our employees and our programming to reflect and celebrate our state's diverse population, culture, and history. We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team. Check out this amazing video about our department.

Division Information

The mission of the North Carolina Aquariums is to inspire appreciation and conservation of North Carolina’s aquatic environments. This mission is achieved by attracting, retaining, and developing a world class team of professionals; providing visitors with outstanding exhibits, experiences, and customer service; practicing sustainability, internal customer service and fiscal responsibility; and working to save and restore aquatic species and habitats.

The North Carolina Aquariums’ Jennette’s Pier is located in Nags Head, NC on 6 acres of prime oceanfront property overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. The 16,000 square-foot pier house and 1000-foot-long fishing pier with three wind turbines is a platinum LEED certified facility that demonstrates sustainable design to the nearly 200,000 guests it attracts annually. This unique educational facility offers a variety of programs, interactive and live animal exhibits, recreational fishing opportunities, public access to the beaches and a platform for ocean observing and marine research.

Description of Work

This is protective, security and public contact work in the operation of a state facility. Work in this class involves the responsibility for monitoring assigned areas for possible violation of laws and regulations, and patrolling property to guard property against fire, damage and theft. Work in this class involves providing physical security through patrols of the interior and exterior of facilities, by observing the activities of persons and by the use of electronic security systems. Employees in this class provide general information to the public. Work may require monitoring alarm panels, indicators and surveillance systems and the use of electronic card access and security/surveillance systems to monitor building access and activity for security and safety. Employees operate within specified rules and regulations and receive their work assignments from a higher-level supervisor.

Work involves patrolling specified areas; securing buildings and property; observing the public, staff, students and others; and recognizing and reporting situations that are not part of normal operations. Duties would include ensuring the safety of the public, staff, students and others by enforcing rules of conduct; monitoring access to areas; controlling traffic of people and vehicles to prevent overcrowding or other hazardous activities; providing information of a non-technical nature regarding specifics of programs, special activities and directions; checking location and use of emergency alarms and equipment, and the procedures to follow in case of fire or disorder; keeping daily records and reports; and checking and recording conditions such as environmental measures or damaged property. Position involves walking and standing for extended hours. The selected candidate must be able to respond quickly and professionally to emergency situations; and provide excellent customer service interaction with visitors.

Position/Physical Requirements

• Position requires walking and/or standing for extended hours.
• Must have a valid NC Driver's License or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment.
• Must be able to lift at least 30 pounds.
• Must be able to work weekends, nights and holidays.

Knowledges, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the standard safety, surveillance and security practices and equipment.
• Knowledge of standard methods of reporting and handling emergencies such as disturbances and fires, medical and security threats.
• General knowledge of computer operation and data entry in various Microsoft programs.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

May require the ability to complete emergency medical technician (EMT) training and meet re-certification standards as required.

How to Apply

Mail, fax or deliver a completed PD-107 State Application for Employment https://oshr.nc.gov/nc-state-government-paper-application-employment-pd-107 to the address below by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date of the posting. All relevant experience must be included on application to receive proper credit. A resume and cover letter may be submitted along with the completed state application.

The Department of Natural & Cultural Resources (DNCR) uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Personnel Act with the most qualified applicants. Degrees must be received from an appropriately accredited institution.

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and the N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) on the first day of employment. We participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System).

Name: Christiane Deaton
Jennette’s Pier
7223 S. Virginia Dare Trail
P.O. Box 1445
Nags Head, NC 27959
Fax: [phone]

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