The security agent is responsible for maintaining building security, managing visitor traffic, and ensuring a safe environment for youth program participants. They also document incidents, maintain attendance logs, and mediate conflicts as they arise.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a high school diploma and either a security license or 5+ years of relevant security experience. Expertise in working with youth and strong communication skills are essential for this role.
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Job description
Position: Security—Part Time
Department: Youth Services
Location
145 Stanton Street, New York, N.Y. 10002
Reports to: Program Director and/or Assistant Director
SALARY: $20-$21/hour
DATES
Summer July 1, 2026 - August 14, 2026
Schedule
20 - 30 hrs/week
M-F: 2pm - 6pm, 8am to 6pm on trip days as needed. Hours selection is based on site need/discretion of the director. This position is performance-based and is also contingent on funding availability.
Job summary
As part of our
Youth
Services
Department’s vision: all Youth Services Staff will assist in promoting growth, leadership and positive self-image in all young people at all of our Grand Street Settlement sites. The Security agent’s role will be to provide building security in the building, outside, or around the building and in the program as necessary.
Education, experience, and requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent
Security License preferred OR 5+ years of security experience
Previous youth-based/school security experience
Good conflict mediation and public relations skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong planning and organizational skills; detail-oriented
Strong time management skills; ability to handle assignments simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy, and meet deadlines in a high pressure environment
Self-starter with the ability to work independently and with minimal guidance
Can-do attitude and strives to do more for a growing team
Previous experience working with diverse young people
Three (3) or more years’ experience & expertise working with youth (volunteer experience is acceptable).
The ideal candidate is personable, energetic & enthusiastic.
Candidate must successfully complete the following: NYSDOH Fingerprinting Screening; New York State Clearance Review Background Check; 3 Reference Checks; Physical w/ updated TB Test (Fees may apply)
If offered the position, must submit $25 fee for NY State Clearance Review
A valid CPR/AED Pro certification through a recognized accrediting body is preferred.
A valid First Aid/RTE certification through a recognized accrediting body is preferred.
Candidates must be able to communicate effectively with all students while remaining professional at all times and be able to motivate the students while setting an example in all areas, including responsibility, timeliness, organization, attendance, and most importantly, professionalism.
Bilingual preferred
Essential duties and responsibilities
Must complete 15 hours of training as per school-age child care requirements within the first three months of hire and attend two mandatory agency-wide professional development trainings. If hired for summer only, must complete all trainings that are required by the program director or assistant program director.
Greet visitors warmly and professionally upon entering, address their inquiries and directs people to appropriate locations
Maintains daily program attendance logs and all related clerical activities as required
Documents the use and the conditions of each room used by program
Logs medical or safety-related incidents
Manage and mediate all conflicts
Responds to all emergencies (i.e. medical, unsafe areas, trespassing, altercations, etc.)
Controls the flow of traffic so that only those participants scheduled are allowed in the building or into appropriate program areas
Maintain positive relationships with office and center/school faculty
Maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders, program participants, families, community members and program staff
Keeps the lobby clear of unauthorized persons, including loitering children, adults, or adolescents
Keeps abreast of what is going on in the program each day
Manage registration forms and process identification cards for program participants (as needed)
Other duties as assigned
Equal opportunity employer (Eoe)
How to apply
Please submit a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position you are applying for. If selected, we ask that you also provide us with three (3) professional references that we can contact (at least two (2) professional references should be from a former supervisor). Please click on the link provided below, or use the link in a search bar and apply online through our career center.
