Guard (FT)

Ridgewood Savings Bank • Ridgewood, NY

20d • Onsite

About The Position

The Guard works onsite at the Ridgewood Main Office in Queens. The estimated starting salary is $712–$867 per week. The position is responsible for helping protect the bank’s premises, assets, employees, and customers; maintaining a safe environment; and providing customer assistance. The incumbent must be able to stand for long periods and be willing and able to relocate to other branch offices on short notice.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Good customer service skills.
• Willingness and ability to relocate to other branch offices on short notice.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated knowledge of law enforcement is helpful but not necessary.
• Active New York State Security Guard License preferred.
• Access to a personal vehicle and a valid driver’s license preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Follow opening and closing procedures to ensure the premises are safe for arriving employees and that valuables, bank assets, and customer information are secured at the end of the day.
• Ensure the alarm system is activated during non-business hours.
• Inspect ATMs for installed skimming devices.
• Observe activity and report suspicious persons or activity inside or outside the bank to management.
• Assist customers with their needs, including helping them fill out forms and directing them to the appropriate bank employee.
• Assist elderly or disabled customers by holding the door open for them.
• Keep floors free of trip and slip hazards to help prevent customer falls or injury.
• Assist management in maintaining order when a person is dissatisfied with service.
• Perform other related duties as needed at management’s discretion.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED