Security Guard Position Available In New York, New York

Security Guard The Jewish Museum $22.99 / hr United States, York, York 1109 5th Avenue (Show on map) Jun 24, 2025 Security Guard The Museum’s Security Guards play a vital role in maintaining the security and safety of the Museum premises, assets, visitors, and staff, while also serving as ambassadors with the Museum’s visitors and guests.

Department:

Operations
Reports to: Associate Director, Security
Date posted: May 29, 2025

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Schedule:

Part-time; 5 days/week, Thursday – Monday; less than 40 hours with occasional mandatory OT

Responsibilities:

Reports in full uniform to daily security briefing, ready to take assigned post
Patrols assigned post noting and reporting all unusual situations related to security and fire safety
Interacts with museum visitors and staff in a courteous and helpful manner
Conducts daily safety and security survey of assigned post
Operates and monitors computer based CCTV and security alarm systems
Follows direction and performs all duties related to physical security and fire safety, including assisting during emergency situations that may affect staff, visitors or the museum collections, while maintaining a composed demeanor.
Fills-in as Control Room Operator when necessary
Takes appropriate action to correct safety and security conditions
Responds to medical situations and takes appropriate action
Reports for emergency duty when necessary
May be required to assist with snow and ice removal from the museum sidewalks and property
May be required to perform custodial duties when needed

Requirements:

H.S. Diploma or GED
Must have a valid Unique Security Registration Number with the N.Y.S. Department of State, Division of Licensing Services
Ability to obtain a York City Fire Department , “Fire Guard, Certificate of Fitness”
Ability to work flexible hours, weekends, holidays and overtime
Ability to deal with the public and respond to emergency situations
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time both indoors and outdoors
Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs
Customer service experience
Experience operating computer based CCTV and security alarm systems, a plus

Salary:

$22.99/hour Send Resume with

Cover Letter To:

Director, Human Resources The Jewish Museum 1109 Fifth Avenue York, NY 10128 212.423.3232
jobs@thejm.org The Jewish Museum is committed to diversifying its staff and encourages individuals of all abilities and ethnic, racial, and religious backgrounds to apply for this position. The Museum is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic prohibited by applicable law. This is a unionized position with covered employees represented by Local 241, TWU, AFL-CIO. The Jewish Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.