Security Guard - Earl Morgan

jerseycityfreepubliclibrary; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Jersey City Free Public Library (JCFPL) seeks a full-time Security Guard for the Earl Morgan Branch. Under the Director of Facilities, you will patrol, safeguard the building, and protect people and property from harm, fire, theft, and unauthorized entry.

This role requires a valid SORA license within 45 days of employment. The position includes 35 hours per week with early morning to evening shifts, including some evenings and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of security measures in detaining persons.
• Knowledge of fire prevention and safety practices.
• Knowledge of safeguarding persons and property on public property.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions accurately.
• Ability to maintain order among groups and individuals on site.
• Ability to stay cool and decisive in emergencies.
• Ability to work harmoniously with staff, visitors and others.

Responsibilities

• Inspect areas for fire hazards and ensure fire extinguishers are present and functional.
• Monitor surveillance screens and detect unauthorized persons or activities.
• Control entry and flow of people entering and leaving the building.
• Observe for unusual packages and assess potential security risks.
• Remove disruptive individuals after verbal warnings.
• Restrict or detain violent or disorderly persons as needed.
• Evacuate occupants and alert others during emergencies.

Skills

Surveillance

Access control

Emergency response

Fire safety

Patrol procedures

Job description

JCFPL JOB TITLE: Security Guard

DEPARTMENT: Facilities

LOCATION: Earl Morgan Branch

REPORTS TO: Director of Facilities

CIVIL SERVICE JOB TITLE: Security Guard

SALARY RANGE: $39,942 - $40,986 per year

FULL-TIME/PART-TIME: Full-Time

WORKWEEK: 6am - 8pm (scheduled 35 hours/week). Evenings and weekends will be scheduled as needed.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: September 17, 2026

BENEFIT SUMMARY:

This summary outlines the general benefits available to library employees, designed to support their health, financial security, and work-life balance. Benefits available to Full-Time Employees: Medical coverage 60 days from the first day of employment, Prescription coverage is the first of the month following 60 days of employment at no cost to the employee and additional cost per each dependent added. Dental coverage is provided at no cost 60 days after the first day of employment. Vision coverage is provided at no cost and reimbursed at $250.00 per year. Additional Full-Time benefits include Life & AD&D insurance, 403b, Participation in pension plan (dependent on age at the time of hire date). Part-Time Employeebenefits include participation in pension plan and sick/vacation leave. A more detailed summary can be found on our Employment Opportunities page located at www.jclibrary.org

JCFPL is the largest municipal library in the State of New Jersey, with ten locations and growing, and a collection comprising over 2.5 million print and digital items. Our staff of nearly 120 dedicated individuals serves the residents, students, and workers of Jersey City: the largest city in Hudson County, N.J., and the second-largest city in New Jersey.

The staff of JCFPL reflects the cultural and linguistic diversity of Jersey City, which is consistently ranked as the most diverse community in the United States. Collectively, our staff speaks over 16 languages, including English, Spanish, Arabic, Hindi, Tagalog, Gujarati, Marathi, Igbo, Portuguese, and others.

JCFPL is committed to building on our strong foundation and expanding our ability to meet the needs of Jersey City’s growing and increasingly diverse community.

About the Position:

Under the direction of the Branch Manager, patrols the grounds and building to provide protection to persons gathered therein from harm, and guards and protects public property against fire, theft, vandalism, and illegal or unauthorized entry; does other related duties as required. A valid

SORA (Security Officer Registration Act) license is required or must be obtained within the first 45 days of employment and maintained throughout employment.

Job Duties:

The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

• Inspects assigned areas for those conditions that may contribute to fire (for example, discarded burning cigarettes) and see to it that fire extinguishers are in place and undisturbed or operational.
• Sits and views a monitor screen or electronic surveillance board and remains alert to movement on screen which would indicate the presence of unauthorized persons or intruders in restricted area.
• Sits or stands at a post and maintains orderly flow of individuals on entering and leaving.
• Observes departing individuals who carry unusually large packages or bundles to prevent the theft of government property such as office equipment, nooks, films, and so forth, and determines if individual warrants searching.
• Removes unwilling person from premises after issuing verbal warning regarding a rule violation concerning disorderly conduct, loitering, unauthorized entry and so forth.
• Restrains violent or disorderly persons who are intent on disturbing government proceedings or harming themselves or others.
• Tells occupants of building to evacuate premises and warns about impending danger from explosives, fires, and so forth to ensure an orderly and safe exit.

Knowledge and Abilities:

• Knowledge of security measures in detaining persons
• Knowledge of fire prevention
• Knowledge of problems involved in safeguarding persons, buildings, grounds, and properties.
• Knowledge of techniques used in maintaining order among groups of people congregating on public property.
• Ability to understand, remember, and carry out oral and written directions.
• Ability to work harmoniously with associates, visitors, and other groups and individuals interested in security problems.
• Ability to understand the emotional, adjustment, and other problems of person who have been deprived of their liberty.
• Ability to remain cool and decisive in emergency situations.

REQUIRED LICENSE:

• Appointee will be required to possess a driver’s license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.
• SORA (Security Officer Registration Act) license is required or must be obtained within the first 45 days of employment and maintained throughout employment.

NOTES:

For all employees, regardless of full-time or part-time status, JCFPL is considered the primary employer. Work hours are assigned according to the Library’s operational needs. Work hours are not scheduled to accommodate employees’ other employment, academic, or other outside obligations, except in circumstances agreed upon in writing by the employee and the employee’s supervisor.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required for the employee for this job. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

This vacancy is associated with a New Jersey Civil Service job title. The New Jersey Civil Service Commission requires all incumbents to possess and be prepared to verify the minimum experience and skills required for the associated Civil Service job title.

This position is subject to residency requirements as set forth in the New Jersey First Act and not available for work visa sponsorship.