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Job Description

Department: Security

Title: Security Guard

Location: Bronx Zoo

Employment Type: Temporary/Seasonal

Status: Non-Exempt

Grade Level: Hourly

Pay Rate: $17/hour

Reports To: Security Supervisor

Schedule: Must be able to work weekends and holidays; weekday hours also available

Hours: 9:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m., schedule subject to change through the spring and summer, due to needs of the Department. Must be able to perform overtime when needed.

Position Summary: Security Guards ensure that our Staff, guests, and Animal Collection, enjoy a safe experience at Wildlife Conservation Society parks.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Presenting professionalism in uniform while assisting guests that are seeking information, medical assistance or other aid and in a courteous manner.
• Communicating clearly using a portable radio.
• Following instructions and orders from Security Management and other competent authority.
• Completing the Security Officer's Daily Activity Report.
• Will be required to remain at fixed post, a roving post covering a designated area and entrance/exit gates, as needed.
• Monitoring building conditions for overcrowding, disorderly persons and prohibited items inside exhibits.
• Completing other assignments as required and helping others on the team