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Position Summary: Children's Aid (CA), established in 1853, is one of New York City's leading child and family service organizations is seeking a Senior Security Guard for its Headquarters office located in Central Harlem at 117 West 124th Street. The four floor, 48,000 sf office seats nearly 200 Central and Program Executives, Leadership and Staff. The Senior Security Guard is responsible for the safety and security of Agency personnel and guests, emergency response and communication to on site management. This is a Monday – Friday position however schedule flexibility is required. The SSG reports to the Assistant Director of Security and works proactively and independently.Essential Duties

• Secure and maintain assigned post(s), monitor surveillance cameras, check in visitors.
• Observe activities, report irregularities. Maintain security log.
• Responds to all emergencies; involved in crisis situations through direction of on-site management.
• Learn and follow all existing safety protocols; ensuring the safety of staff and clients in the building.
• Knowledge of HQ Safety plan.
• Back up other security schedules as needed.
• Escorts staff to safety as needed. Assists with arranging car service as needed.
• Serves on emergency response team. Responds to all safety related incidents and emergencies. Assists with fire and other emergency drills.
• Operates paging system.
• Recognize and report signs of misconduct such as alcohol or drug use, and potential criminal activity or concerns involving children staff and/or families.
• Basic computer skills to check in clients for the building in the system.
• Additional tasks and duties added as needed.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience as a security officer in a multi-floor building environment or Retired Law Enforcement.
• Retired Law Enforcement is a plus.
• Current NYS DOS Security certification.
• De-escalation training.
• Good verbal and written skills.
• HS Graduate/GED.
• Basic computer skills required, particularly with email and calendar.
• Effective communication skills.
• Professional approach and appearance; resourceful, dependable, approachable.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred; not required.
• Flexible with work scheduling is a must

Professional Development

• Participate in offered trainings, workshops, In-Service days, and/or All-Staff conferences.
• Maintain certification requirement and proof of attendance in professional activities.

Health And Safety

• Adhere to all state and city licensing requirements.
• CPR/AED first aid certification within 90 days of hire.
• Maintain a healthy and safe environment (i.e. safely store cleaning supplies, equipment, mark wet floors, etc.)

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) StatementIt is the policy of Children's Aid to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment and is dedicated to maintaining a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. Children's Aid will not to tolerate discrimination, harassment or retaliation on any basis, including race, creed, color, national origin, ethnicity, alienage or citizenship status, gender/sex (including pregnancy), disability, religion, source of income, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, familial status, caregiver status, military status, marital or partnership status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest or conviction record, credit history, unemployment status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Children's Aid is committed to complying with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.Children's Aid will conduct a prompt and thorough investigation of all allegations of discrimination, harassment, or retaliation, or any violation of the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy in a confidential manner and will take appropriate corrective action, if and where warranted. Children's Aid prohibits retaliation against employees who provide information about, complain about, or assist in the investigation of any complaint of discrimination or violation of the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy.The incumbent is expected to work a schedule, whether in-person or hybrid, as determined by the department's needs to facilitate effective collaboration with the team. This flexibility is essential for maintaining seamless communication, fostering teamwork, and ensuring the smooth operation of the department's processes. The position's requirements are subject to periodic review and adjustment based on organizational needs and changes in work dynamics.

Seniority level

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionOther, Information Technology, and Management
• IndustriesNon-profit Organizations

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