Senior Botanical Garden Attendant Guard

New York Botanical Garden; New York (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Senior Botanical Garden Attendant Guard to oversee security personnel and ensure a safe environment for visitors and staff. This role involves supervising guards, responding to emergencies, and enforcing policies while promoting an inclusive culture. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in security, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in various weather conditions. Join a team committed to preserving the beauty and integrity of a renowned botanical garden while contributing to community engagement and safety.

Benefits

Health Coverage

401K

Pension Plan

15 Vacation Days

12 Paid Holidays

10 Sick Days

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in security or related work.
• Valid New York State Security Guard License required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise attendant guards and implement post assignments.
• Respond to emergencies and enforce NYBG policies.

Skills

Supervision

Emergency Response

First Aid

Report Writing

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Tools

Security Systems

Job description

Application deadline for this position is July 17, 2023.
The Senior Botanical Garden Attendant Guard supervises all reporting personnel in Attendant Guard roles. This position performs typical duties of an Attendant Guard. Enforces the rules and regulations of the New York Botanical Garden. Responds and implements emergency procedures and notifies NYBG staff when necessary. Assists in the training and orientation of new staff.

Additionally, this position supports, through actions and conduct, NYBG’s Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility initiatives and helps to build and maintain an inclusive organization culture throughout the institution.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Supervise attendant guards and other appropriate personnel; prepares and implements personnel post assignments.
• Assists in the orientation and training of security personnel.
• Reports inappropriate behavior of personnel to superiors and prepares related documentation.
• Implements emergency procedures. When necessary, provides first aid and notifies appropriate Garden staff, 911 and/or the authorities when necessary.
• Responds to all emergencies and calls for assistance, providing first aid and notifying 911 and/or the authorities when necessary.
• Responds to calls of disorderly conduct, suspicious persons, and trespasser’s, evicting such individuals and notifying the authorities when necessary.
• Enforces NYBG policies and procedures.
• Prepares all necessary reports and completes required forms.
• May be assigned tasks usually performed by subordinate personnel.
• Assists visitors, staff, and students with reasonable requests.

Requirements:

• Must possess and maintain a valid New York State Driver’s License.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time and work in all types of weather.
• Must possess and maintain a valid New York State Security Guard License from the Division of Licensing Services.
• Must have a minimum of three years full time experience in security or related work.
• In possession of a High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Indoor Place of Assembly F-03 Certificate of Fitness or be able to successfully receive the required Certificate of Fitness within the first 90 days of employment.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Citywide Fire Guard for Impairment F-01 Certificate of Fitness or be able to successfully receive the required Certificate of Fitness within the first 90 days of employment.
• Candidates must possess and maintain a valid Supervision of Fire Alarm Systems S-95 Certificate of Fitness or be able to successfully receive the required Certificate of Fitness within the first 90 days of employment.

Available Schedules:

• 12am – 8am, Thursday – Sunday
• 4pm – 12am, Friday - Tuesday
• 15 Vacation Days
• 12 Paid Holidays
• 10 Sick Days
• Health Coverage
• 401K
• Pension Plan

If you require an accommodation for any part of the application process, please notify the Human Resources department at [e-mail].

EOE/BIPOC/F/Persons with disabilities/Veterans

About the company

The New York Botanical Garden is a botanical garden located at Bronx Park in the Bronx, New York City.