Job Location: 1 Manhattan Square Drive

Job Title: Security Officer

Institution: The Strong

About the Institution:

The Strong has an opening for a security officer on the day shift. Security Officers are responsible for providing a visible security presence inside the museum facility, in the parking garage and on museum grounds to protect the safety and well-being of guests, staff, and collections. This is accomplished through the use of posted security positions, frequent walking tours, and monitoring of CCTV cameras to identify and address security concerns, respond to incidents, conduct investigations, and prepare reports. This is a full-time, benefit-eligible 40 hour/ week position. Please note that museum security is on duty 24/7 so officers are expected to work weekends and holidays.

Job Description: We are looking to hire one (1) full time Security Officer for the daytime shift. Flexible availability needed. Weekends are required. Schedule: 9 am-5:30 pm and 12 pm-8:30 pm as needed with Tuesdays and Wednesdays off.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalency
• 1-2 years of related experience, at a corporate facility or public venue preferred
• Possession of a valid New York State security guard license
• Working knowledge of security operations, safety practices, and enforcement procedures in a business environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to understand and follow standard operating procedures and to perform duties in a professional manner
• Experience investigating and writing incident reports and making independent, reasonable decisions within proper policies and procedures
• Successfully complete, become certified, and stay current with Red Cross basic first aid training, AED training, and adult and child CPR training
• Possession of a valid NYS Driver’s License is desired

Final candidates must consent to and pass a drug screen and background check as conditions of employment.

This Position is: In-Person

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary Range: $16.50/hr

Salary Type: Non-Exempt

Benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid time off, Contribution to Retirement Plan

How to Apply: museumofplay.org/jobs