Security Guard

Marshall Farms • Town of Huron, NY

6d • $22 - $32

About The Position

The Security Guard protects Marshall Farms employees, facilities, visitors, assets, and operations through proactive threat identification, risk mitigation, access control, emergency response, and protective operations. The role helps maintain a safe and secure environment in support of the organization’s mission and operations.

The position works 12-hour shifts in a 24-hour operation and may involve day or night work, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed. Work takes place indoors and outdoors in varying weather and environmental conditions, with frequent walking, standing, climbing, and other physically demanding activities. The Security Guard interacts regularly with employees, visitors, contractors, vendors, and public safety personnel, and may respond to emergencies and critical incidents at any Marshall Farms location.

Marshall Farms describes its culture as focused on excellence, innovation, animal welfare, continuous improvement, respect, and accountability. The company says it supports employees through training, development opportunities, collaboration, and a supportive team environment.

Requirements

• New York State Security Guard Registration or the ability to obtain a Security Guard license.
• Valid New York State Driver's License.
• Working knowledge of security operations, emergency response procedures, and applicable legal authorities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to operate security technology, computers, surveillance systems, and reporting platforms.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain professionalism in high-pressure situations.
• Strong awareness, vigilance, and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees, visitors, contractors, and public safety agencies.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with team members and leadership.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations and operational needs.
• Ability to follow policies, procedures, legal requirements, and safety standards.

Nice To Haves

• Prior military, law enforcement, corrections, emergency services, or private security experience.
• Experience in protective services, threat assessment, risk mitigation, or critical infrastructure protection.
• Experience responding to emergencies and security-related incidents.
• Knowledge of access control systems, surveillance technologies, and incident reporting procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a visible and professional security presence to deter unauthorized access, criminal activity, safety violations, and disruptive behavior.
• Monitor and control facility access through credential verification, visitor management, and authorization procedures.
• Conduct routine, directed, and randomized patrols of facilities, grounds, and critical infrastructure.
• Monitor CCTV, alarm systems, intrusion detection systems, and other security technologies for suspicious activity and security concerns.
• Investigate alarms, unusual activities, security violations, and reported incidents.
• Respond to emergencies, critical incidents, environmental events, and security-related situations.
• Use verbal de-escalation, conflict resolution, and crisis intervention techniques when appropriate.
• Support facility safety, emergency response procedures, evacuations, lockdowns, and business continuity operations.
• Coordinate with management, law enforcement, fire services, EMS, and other public safety agencies as required.
• Complete accurate reports, security logs, incident documentation, and investigative records.
• Identify security vulnerabilities, risks, and unsafe conditions and take appropriate action to mitigate threats.
• Support the organization's commitment to prevention-focused security and continuous improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 100% company-paid medical and dental insurance for employees, spouses, and eligible dependents, or an opt-out option if coverage is available elsewhere.
• Time off benefits starting at three weeks per year.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a 100% match on the first 5% of contributions and immediate vesting; participants must be 18 or older.
• Short-term disability and long-term disability insurance.
• Profit-sharing contribution of 10% of annualized salary.
• Life insurance at four times annual base salary, up to $200,000.
• Boot allowance for qualified employees.
• $500 employee referral bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed