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Security Guard

Job Title
Security Guard
Job ID
27662531
Part Time
Yes
Location
Pocantico Hills, NY, 10591 
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Description
Historic Hudson Valley (HHV) is a Westchester-based cultural non-profit that welcomes visitors to five National Historic Landmarks, including Philipsburg Manor, Van Cortlandt Manor, and Washington Irving’s Sunnyside. HHV offers an array of K-12 school programs, public tours, and seasonal festivals including the Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze.  The organization has a national reputation for groundbreaking on-site educational programs and award-winning digital content in the areas of Northern colonial enslavement, regional women’s history, and storytelling.
 
Historic Hudson Valley is seeking Security Guards to join the team that cares for some of the region’s most prominent National Historic Landmarks.

Responsibilities include: 
  • Patrol grounds and buildings after closing, keeping them safe and secure from intrusion and fire.
  • Log/ report on any unusual circumstances such as trespassers, storm damage, and lighting or equipment failures.   
  • Perform security duties at HHV festivals and special events. 
  • Physically respond to emergency situations including alarm calls from various HHV sites. This will include physically being able to walk uneven terrain of HHV sites which can include during evening and night hours using appropriate lighting equipment.
Successful candidates will need a minimum of two years’ experience and the following:
  • Availability to work nights and weekends
  • Be certified under NYS Guard Act
  • Valid NYS 8-hour training certificate
  • Valid NYS 16-hour training certificate
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Computer proficiency (e.g., e-mail, internet, Word)

Historic Hudson Valley values diversity and is committed to a workforce inclusive across race, gender, age, religion, and identity. Diversity is an integral part of our history and culture; honoring all voices of the past and present is central to our mission and our impact.
To apply for this position, please visit our employment page,: www.hudsonvalley.org/employment, create your profile, and apply.
 
Pay Range
$20.00   None to $20.00   None

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© 2020 Historic Hudson Valley. A not-for-profit education and preservation organization supported by generous contributions from individuals, foundations, corporations, and government agencies. The Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze, Blaze, and Pumpkin Blaze are registered trademarks of Historic Hudson Valley. All rights reserved.
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