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TITLE SECURITY GUARD DEPARTMENT EVENTS REPORTS TO SHIFT SUPERVISOR ABOUT USDAN

Usdan has been recognized as a Top Nonprofit Workplace from 2021-2025! Usdan opens a world for children to joyfully express their creativity and develop their artistic skills. Each summer, teachers and artists — actors, directors, playwrights, painters, sculptors, musicians, composers, dancers, poets, and novelists — come together to teach and collaborate with our campers, ages 5 to 18. Set on 140 acres of natural beauty in Wheatley Heights, Long Island, NY. Usdan is a safe, welcoming place within which campers have the freedom to build new friendships, explore nature, gain personal independence, and have fun, while developing new skills and techniques in their chosen artforms.

ABOUT THE RISE RISE

of the Jack O'Lanterns is a unique and immersive family-friendly walk-through experience which features over 7,000 hand-carved jack o'lanterns, 3,000 specialty lanterns, hundreds of family-friendly Halloween-themed displays, and the world's longest jack o'lantern trail! It is one of Long Island's original and most visited fall events!

POSITION SUMMARY

The Security Guard plays a vital role in ensuring the safety and well-being of Usdan's, staff, and visitors. This position requires professionalism, vigilance, and excellent communication skills to maintain a secure and welcoming campus. The Security Guard will contribute to a safe environment while supporting campus operations, both during events and on non-event days.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Patrol and monitor the campus to maintain a safe and secure environment. Provide a courteous presence, assisting visitors and ensuring proper campus access. Respond to situations as needed to support the safety of the community. Assist guests in navigating the campus during the event. Effectively communicate with house managers to resolve any issues with guests in a friendly & professional manner. Other duties as assigned. The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must hold and maintain active Security and Driver's licenses, as required by the role. Ability to be punctual and reliable. Must complete New York State required trainings, including but not limited to a Sexual Harassment Prevention training. Links to required trainings will be provided after hiring. CPR training is not required but a plus. Have reliable transportation to Usdan's campus. Requests for accommodations are subject to approval by senior management.

SEASON DATES AND TIMES

October 2, 2026 - November 1, 2026 Varying times based on business needs.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

$25 per hour varying shifts. $28 per hour for shift supervisors.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Usdan is a 140-acre campus with facilities spread throughout - distances vary and are along uneven surfaces, up and down hills. Some facilities are elevated and require one to two stairs to enter. Other physical demands include the ability to work in a cold environment; the ability to speak clearly and understand the speech of another person; and the ability to prioritize sounds and focus on one sound among many. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential physical functions of this position.

TO APPLY

Please apply through our online application: https://www.usdan.org/employment PDF files are preferred attachments. No phone calls please. Please include a cover letter.

USDAN CENTER FOR THE CREATIVE AND PERFORMING ARTS A/K/A USDAN SUMMER CAMP FOR THE ARTS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND IS COMMITTED TO CREATING AN INCLUSIVE ENVIRONMENT FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. WE WELCOME APPLICANTS FROM DIVERSE BACKGROUNDS TO APPLY THEIR UNIQUE BACKGROUNDS, PERSPECTIVES, SKILLS AND TALENTS TO FOSTER AN OPEN, COOPERATIVE, AND DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENT WHERE EMPLOYEES AND USDAN ALIKE CAN THRIVE. ALL EMPLOYMENT IS DECIDED ON THE BASIS OF QUALIFICATIONS, MERIT, AND BUSINESS NEED.

Pay:

$25.00 - $28.00 per hour Expected hours: 10.0 - 25.0 per week

Work Location:

In person