Security Officer-2

GIA (Gemological Institute of America) • New York, NY

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Ensures a secure and safe environment for GIA personnel, students and the public, by performing the following duties. Represents GIA as a professional security representative to employees, students, and visitors. Monitors and ensures that CCTV equipment is operational. Operates security console and/or access control equipment. Patrols the Institute grounds while providing a visible presence. Aids in parking enforcement. Directs and/or escorts visitors and vendors as needed. Assists in special tours of the Institute. Submits written reports to Security Supervisor on observations regarding security, maintenance or safety issues. Responds to alarms as directed. Provides GIA Education Department with additional security or safety issues. Assists in evacuation and crowd control in the event of an emergency. Responds to emergency situations on campus; administers first-aid as required. Operates emergency equipment as needed. Locates and operates emergency shut-off systems as needed. Communicates effectively, gets along with coworkers and management, and deals with others effectively and professionally under pressure. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Intermediate to advanced level computer skills, including experience with current Microsoft applications (Outlook, Word, etc.)
• Ability to adapt to new software programs and technology.
• Ability to write or type clear and concise reports.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• New York Guard card
• First Aid certification card
• Cardio-Pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification card
• Automated External Defibrillation (AED) certification card

Nice To Haves

• Prior security console and/or access control use preferred.
• Prior related security experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Represents GIA as a professional security representative to employees, students, and visitors.
• Monitors and ensures that CCTV equipment is operational.
• Operates security console and/or access control equipment.
• Patrols the Institute grounds while providing a visible presence.
• Aids in parking enforcement.
• Directs and/or escorts visitors and vendors as needed.
• Assists in special tours of the Institute.
• Submits written reports to Security Supervisor on observations regarding security, maintenance or safety issues.
• Responds to alarms as directed.
• Provides GIA Education Department with additional security or safety issues.
• Assists in evacuation and crowd control in the event of an emergency.
• Responds to emergency situations on campus; administers first-aid as required.
• Operates emergency equipment as needed.
• Locates and operates emergency shut-off systems as needed.
• Communicates effectively, gets along with coworkers and management, and deals with others effectively and professionally under pressure.

Benefits

• competitive medical, dental, vision and matching 401-K plans (no vesting required)
• Paid vacation, sick and holidays, tuition assistance, commuter benefits

What This Job Offers

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