• Immediate start date.
• Expected end date: October 31, 2024, but may extend further to support seasonal programs.
• Many of our seasonal employees are offered an opportunity for promotion to permanent positions, or to return as seasonal employees for the following season.

Job Description: Employment Type: Temporary Status: Non-Exempt Grade Level: Hourly Pay: $16.00 per hour Reports To: Supervisor

Schedule: Must be able to work weekends and holidays; weekday hours also available Hours: 9:30 am-6:30 pm; 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 a 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.

Qualification Requirements: - Must possess a valid New York State Security License - Must possess a valid 8-hour & 16-hour training certificate - Basic verbal communication skills - Presenting a neat, clean and professional appearance - Dependability and reliability - Basic math skills - Basic computer skills

Perks of Working at WCS: - Free employee access to four parks - Complimentary Guest Park Tickets - Company-provided uniforms - Access to online learning and tuition discounts with Monroe College - Earned Paid Sick Time - Employee Assistance Program - Free Banking - Discounts at Food & Merchandise Concessions

EOE/ AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled