Security Guard

YMCA; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Free YMCA membership

Job summary

The North Brooklyn YMCA in Brooklyn, NY is seeking a part-time Security Guard to oversee safety and security for participants and staff while delivering quality customer service to members and guests.

Responsibilities include access control, incident reporting, and enforcing policies. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, at least 1 year of related experience, and relevant certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of one year of related experience.
• Knowledge of security and safety procedures.
• Security Guard license preferred.
• Sprinkler certification preferred.
• Current CPR/First Aid/AED certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and well-being of participants and staff with close supervision of the facility.
• Control access into the facility and monitor exit ways.
• Adhere to all DOH, DYCD, NYCHA, and YMCA standards.
• Enforce security policies at all times and patrol for rule infractions.
• Maintain fire/safety logs and daily sign-in/out sheets.
• Inspect bags and packages per YMCA policies.
• Participate in the fire brigade and report incidents promptly.
• Communicate clearly with participants and visitors; assist with housekeeping as needed.

Skills

Security procedures

Customer service

First Aid/CPR/AED certifications

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Security Guard license

Sprinkler certification

Job description

## Security GuardEmployment TypePart-TimeJob CategorySecurity/Protective ServicesBoroughBrooklynLocationNorth Brooklyn YMCA**Salary: $18.00 Hourly**The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers — to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow, and thrive through programs and services at our 24 branches. Community is the cornerstone of the Y. Together, we connect active, engaged New Yorkers to build stronger communities. To help fulfill our mission, we cultivate a culture of learning, leading, and collaboration to enhance community impact. Through our talented staff and “LEAP” career framework (Leadership, Empowerment, Accountability, Personal Growth), we are committed to a people-first approach that fosters trust, inclusion, growth, and development for all. The North Brooklyn YMCA is looking for a Security Guard who will be responsible The Security Guard is responsible for the security and safety of all participants in and around the branch. They will also deliver quality customer service to members and guests. **Key Responsibilities:*** Ensure the safety and well-being of participants and staff by providing close supervision of the facility. Control access into the facility and exit ways.* Adhere to all Department of Health (DOH), Department of Youth & Community Development (DYCD), NYCHA, and YMCA of Greater New York standards.* Adhere to and enforce the security policies at all times. Patrol the facility to detect all infractions of house rules and report issues to the proper authorities.* Maintain fire/safety logbooks in accordance with the facility requirements and ensure security logs include daily sign-in and sign-out sheets for all participants and visitors. Inspect all bags, packages, etc., leaving the premises as described in YMCA policies.* Participate as an active member of the fire brigade.* Effectively communicate information to participants and visitors.* Perform investigations and thoroughly document. Appropriately report and document all incidents/accidents immediately.* Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of participants, members, and guests by providing close supervision in hallways.* Be on time, in uniform, and prepared to work at the beginning of the shift.* Ensure the check-in area is always neat, organized, and free of hazards.* Assist with general housekeeping tasks when necessary.**Desired Skills & Experience:*** High School Diploma or equivalent required.* Minimum of one (1) year of related experience.* Knowledge of security and safety procedures.* Security Guard license preferred.* Sprinkler certification preferred.* Current CPR, First Aid, or AED certifications preferred.**Benefits:** The YMCA of Greater New York offers a variety of benefits to its staff members, including retirement benefits, medical benefits, paid time off, free YMCA membership, and more! Benefit eligibility is determined by an individual’s employment status (i.e., full-time or part-time), tenure, and/or the number of hours scheduled to work. Click here for more information. **How to Apply:** If you would like to be a member of our dynamic team, please complete our online application and submit your résumé and a thoughtful cover letter that explains your interest in the role and our organization.