Security Guard Position Available In Capitol Planning Region, Connecticut

Security Guard Hartford Public Library

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8 Hartford, CT Job Details Part-time From $16.35 an hour 18 hours ago Benefits Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Professional development assistance Paid sick time Qualifications No experience needed English High school diploma or GED Driver’s License Guard Card Security Adult education Entry level Law enforcement Full Job Description Security Guard Part-Time 3 positions Start your career with the Hartford Public Library! The Security Guard ensures a safe and secure environment for library customers and staff and helps to provide effective access to resources. This position ensures that staff provides the highest level of service to all customers.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Patrol and monitor the public and staff parking areas. Make regular rounds of the interior and exterior of the Downtown library and the assigned branch libraries. Responding to staff calls for assistance. Ensure Incident Report forms are completed as directed and within an acceptable time frame. Initiate calls for assistance to the City Police or Fire as needed. As directed by the site Manager, assist with library activities and programs, which may include any of the following: shelve materials, check shelves for overdue/missing materials, troubleshoot copiers, reader/printers, computer printers, charged/discharge materials set up/take down for programs. Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

High School Diploma or Equivalent required. Valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation are required. Must hold a valid State of Connecticut Guard Card. Prior security guard experience preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

Ability to continuously bend, twist, stoop, reach and pull Able to walk, sit, and stand for extended periods Ability to maintain composure in everyday, potentially stressful situations Ability to meet a flexible work schedule, including evenings and weekends.

What we offer employees:

Hartford Public Library offers part-time benefits you won’t find at other nonprofit organizations through a unique partnership with the City of Hartford.

This includes:

Paid vacation time

• prorated based on part-time status.

Example:

Average 25-hour work week will accrue approximately 1.9 hours per pay period. Paid sick time

• prorated based on part-time status.

Example:

Average 25-hour work week will accrue approximately 2.9 hours per pay period. Mental health support through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)—the first three sessions are free to the employee. Paid professional development, continuing education, and staff engagement opportunities. Commitment to an active plan for diversity, equity, and inclusion work.

What we offer the community:

The Hartford Public Library is a national leader in redefining urban public libraries in the 21st century as innovative, stimulating, and engaging spaces where people can learn and discover, explore their passions, and find a rich array of resources that contribute to a full life. We are an integral part of the Hartford community and offer programs for all our citizens. With 7 locations and robust outreach services, we are here for Hartford.

Our programs include:

The American Place, which offers a variety of free services to welcome immigrants and refugees including English Language Learning, Citizenship preparation and civic engagement Digital Library Lab Hartford History Center HPL Studios YOUmedia Teen Spaces Baby Grand Jazz, a free series of Jazz performances open to everyone Summer Learning Leap into Learning

• Early Literacy Adult education classes and support Career Certification, GED Technology training and digital literacy Library of Things Robust print, electronic, audio, and video collections
• And so much more!

To Apply:

Please email resume and cover letter to and reference Security Guard in the subject line of your email.

Tentative Shifts Range:

1Position

• Monday
• Friday, 1 p.m
• 6 p.m., Saturday rotation 9 a.m
• 5 p.m. 2Position
• Monday-Friday 12 p.m
• 5 p.m. Saturday rotation 9 a.m
• 5 p.

m. In light of the ongoing

COVID-19

pandemic, the Hartford Public Library strongly recommends and encourages all newly hired employees to receive vaccinations. Vaccinations have proven to be effective measures in preventing the spread of the virus and protecting individuals from severe illness. We are committed to safeguarding our workplace and community. While

COVID-19

vaccinations are recommended, they are not required at this time.

Appointment Rate:

$16.35/Hourly with incremental increases every 6-months for 2 years! Hartford Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

From $16.35 per hour

Benefits:

Paid time off Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

4 hour shift Evening shift Weekends as needed

License/Certification:

CT Guard Card (Required)

Work Location:

In person