Security Guard (Part-Time) - Nashua Public Library

City Of Nashua; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Nashua Public Library is seeking a part-time Security Guard to help maintain a safe, welcoming environment for staff and patrons. The role involves patrolling the library, responding to incidents, and coordinating with police and fire departments when needed.

Candidates should have strong public-facing experience, be able to enforce policies, and handle disturbances. An Associate’s degree with related experience or a high school diploma with more extensive security experience is required;

Qualifications

• Experience working directly with the public and enforcing policies.
• Associate’s degree plus 1 year security or related social services experience OR high school diploma plus 3 years related experience.
• Bilingual candidates strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Patrol building and grounds to maintain safety and security.
• Respond to emergencies and incidents; document them.
• Open and close the facility and provide general operations support.
• Act as liaison with police and fire departments when needed.

Skills

Public interaction

Policy enforcement

Crisis handling

Bilingual preferred

Education

Associate’s degree

High school diploma

Job description

Security Guard (Part-Time) - Nashua Public Library JobID: 1647

• Position Type: Protective Services
• Date Posted: 8/25/2026
• Location: Nashua Public Library

POSITION: SECURITY GUARD (PART-TIME) DEPARTMENT: LIBRARY

HOURS WORKED: Monday-Thursday 9 AM – 12:00 PM
Saturday 9 AM – 12:00 PM
Some Sundays 12:00-4:30 PM (Overtime)

AFFILIATION: AFT LOCAL #4831

SALARY & GRADE: Not to exceed $20.39/hour - GRADE 2

PRIMARY DUTIES

This part-time position is responsible for enforcing the library's code of conduct and maintaining a safe and welcoming atmosphere for staff and customers. This position acts as liaison with police and fire departments when needed. Duties include patrolling building and grounds, responding to emergencies, documenting incidents, opening and closing the facility, and providing general operations support when needed.

QUALIFICATIONS
Applicant should have clearly demonstrated experience in working directly with members of the public, enforcing policies, communicating with a diverse population and handling disturbances and emergencies. An Associate's degree and at least one year of experience in security or related social services experience OR a high school diploma and 3 years of related experience are required. Bilingual candidates strongly preferred.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER - Recruiting practices shall be consistent with State and Federal Law (8/25/2026)