Security Guard PT

Description

Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) is a multi-disciplinary arts center located in Brooklyn, New York. For more than 150 years, BAM has been the home for adventurous artists, audiences, and ideas—engaging both global and local communities. With world-renowned programming in theater, dance, music, opera, film, and much more, BAM showcases the work of emerging artists and innovative modern masters.

BAM Part-Time Security Guards strive to maintain the public safety and security at all BAM locations. Security guards will greet staff, artists, and guests as well as ensure the safety of exhibits, equipment, BAM properties and enforce BAM safety protocols. This is a part-time position. All applicants must be able to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities:

• Under the supervision of the Lead Auxiliary Guard, Director of Security, and the Security Manager, the security guard will provide a safe and secure workplace for employees, vendors and visitors. The guard will patrol the institution & perform access control. The individual in this position will also be responsible for the protection of exhibits/displays, the building and its employees/visitors, institutional and personal equipment and its grounds. (40%)

• Maintains order and provides security and safety to patrons during performances/events at BAM. (30%)

• Assists in the detection of security vulnerabilities and the detection of trespassers (10%)

• Conducts initial security investigations and creates detailed incident reports (10%)

• Enforces BAM policies and procedures (10%)

• Possession of an active Fire Guard certificate of fitness (F-03)

Qualifications

Priority Experience and Skills:

• Current New York State Security Guard License

• One or more years’ experience working as a security officer in a performing arts/museum environment or military environment preferred

• Strong sense of teamwork

• Excellent communication (oral, written), customer service, and organizational skills are essential

• Basic computer knowledge and administrative skills

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite

• Must be willing to be New York certified as a Fire Guard by Fire Department

• Ability to work all shifts including overtime, as required

Working Conditions: Ability to sit and stand for prolonged periods of time. Ability to lift up to 15 pounds.

Compensation: This position is part-time and non-exempt. The pay rate for this position is $19.48 per hour.

Application Instructions: Must complete an online application through - Job Opportunities (paycomonline.net) - no phone calls, emails, or walk-ins, please.

Internal Applicants must apply via the Internal Job Portal by the application deadline. Applications not submitted by the deadline may not be considered. Employees must meet all of the following criteria to be considered for an interview:

• Meet the experience and skills requirement as outlined in the job post;

• Performed in a satisfactory manner without any corrective actions in the last 12 months, and approval from your supervisor

Brooklyn Academy of Music is an Equal Opportunity Employer. BAM recognizes that historic institutional practices lead to a non-inclusive environment and is working to address diversity and inclusion in all forms. Individuals in BAM are experiencing their own pace during this process, which is not uncommon when addressing power and privilege. The Security team supports and continues to take part in this process.

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