Zoo Security & Grounds Assistant — Patrols & Maintenance

Wildlife Conservation Society; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) is seeking an Assistant Zoological Park Maintainer, Security, NYA to protect guests and staff by patrolling for safety and enforcing park rules.

The role requires a high school diploma, ability to pass a background check, and a NYS Security Guard Registration; weekend/evening availability is expected. The position supports 24-hour coverage and may involve some outdoor work in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Must successfully pass a background check.
• Must obtain and maintain New York State Security Guard Registration. Valid driver license preferred.
• Ability and willingness to work weekends, holidays, evenings, nights, overtime and special events as the schedule demands to provide 24-hour coverage.
• Voluntary option to obtain and maintain FDNY Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Secure grounds and staff by patrolling zoo, inspecting buildings, equipment as required, and access points; monitor service gate entry, assist with oversize vehicle access to the parking lot. Utilize Detex monitoring system in patrol cycles.
• Prevent losses and damage by reporting irregularities; enforce zoo policy and procedures; restrain trespassers.
• Control park traffic by directing drivers at service gate.
• Complete reports by recording observations, information, occurrences, and surveillance activities.
• Enforce the Society's visitors' rules and regulations and those of the Department of Parks of the City of New York.
• May perform ground maintenance work as required such as shoveling snow from gates and other access points.
• Attend court appearances as required related to participation in any job-related police action.
• Represent WCS in a professional manner, establish and maintain positive, effective working relationships with employees, colleagues, City and other government agencies, outside contractors, and the general public.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Perform related duties and tasks as required.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) is seeking an Assistant Zoological Park Maintainer, Security, NYA to protect guests and staff by patrolling for safety and enforcing park rules.

The role requires a high school diploma, ability to pass a background check, and a NYS Security Guard Registration; weekend/evening availability is expected. The position supports 24-hour coverage and may involve some outdoor work in all weather conditions.