Security Guard

 

Description:

The Hudson River Museum in Yonkers, NY, has an immediate opening for a full-time,
hourly Security Guard. As a public-facing staff member of the Museum, the Security
Guard is highly visible and must maintain a professional demeanor at all times. Posts
will be both stationary (in the galleries) and mobile (throughout the Museum campus,
both inside and outside). Key responsibilities include ensuring the safety and security
of all visitors and staff, as well as all objects throughout the buildings. All security
guards must present and maintain a valid security guard license from the New York
State Division of Licensing Services.

This position reports to the Assistant Director, Facilities and Operations through
the Security Supervisor.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Opening/Closing and unlocking/locking of museum facilities, and arming/

disarming of security systems

• Staffing the Front Desk during public business hours

• Guarding galleries during public business hours

• Facilitating attendance of visitors to Planetarium shows and museum

programs

• Assisting with logistics of group visits, including school groups, as well as

internal and outside events

• Attending weekly training/information meetings

• Following the policies and procedures detailed in the HRM Security

Procedures Manual

• Such other tasks as may be assigned from time to time

• Willingness to train for fire safety, CPR and AED

Schedule: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday, 9am to 5pm. Saturday 9:30am to
5:30pm. This position is onsite at all times (no remote or online work).

Compensation: $16.00 per hour

 

 

Requirements for Security Guard Candidates:

• Previous security experience

• Valid New York State Security Guard License

• High school diploma

• Candidates must successfully pass ALL pre-employment screenings and

three (3) recent professional references are required

• Must be in good physical condition, capable of assisting in the lifting of a

visitor if circumstances warrant and running short distances

• Ability to sit, stand for extended periods of time, walk, stoop, bend, lift and

climb stairs

• Ability to make reasoned decisions quickly, follow established policies and

procedures

• Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing

• Proficiency with technology and software applications (e.g., Gmail and Word)

on multiple devices (e.g., personal computer, smartphone)

• Flexibility to work additional hours as requested during Museum events.

• Proof of full COVID-19 vaccination required.