POLICE ATHLETIC LEAGUE INC·New York
The Security Guard is responsible for maintaining the safety of participants, staff, and property during after-school program hours. Key duties include monitoring common areas, managing entry points, and de-escalating conflicts to ensure a safe environment for youth.
We are looking for a Part Time Security Guard to help us create unique spaces where kids belong and feel safe. The Security Guard is responsible for maintaining the safety of participants, staff, and property during after-school program hours. In consultation with the center's Director, the Security Guard will implement and promote security procedures. The Security Guard will report to the Elementary School Director or the Middle School Director. What you'll do: Major
Monitor common areas for safety. Walk the hallways, gym, stairwells, and outdoor space routinely to ensure safety and prevent conflicts or unsafe behavior. Monitor entry and exit points, and security cameras where available, to help ensure that only authorized individuals access the building. De-escalate conflicts with calm verbal requests Elevate unresolved issues to supervisors. Respond appropriately and in accordance with PAL policies when time-sensitive mental health services are needed such as in the incidence of suicide prevention, grief, and loss due to death or incarceration of a family member. Maintain clear documentation when incidents occur. Write short, factual descriptions of events. Participate in emergency procedures, including fire drills, evacuations, lockdowns, and shelter-in-place, as directed by the Center Director. Learn about the members of the community and be a part of the community. PAL Centers are youth development hubs. Positive relationships are the cornerstone of all of our work. Interact with caretakers when onsite and keep open lines of communication. Attend and actively participate in all required training sessions, designated meetings, and special events. The Commitment Able to work 15 hours a week (3 hours a day, 5 days a week). Able to attend 15 hours of orientation prior to the beginning of programming. Able to attend scheduled staff meetings and professional development throughout the year. QualificationsWhat You Bring: Minimum High School Diploma / GED. New York State Security Guard License (required). S-95 FDNY Certificate of Fitness and F-02 Fire Guard for Shelters certificate. If not already held, both must be obtained within 90 days of employment. Excellent verbal communication skills. A firm and friendly tone. The ability to be welcoming and maintain security. Strong situational awareness, the ability to identify early signs of unsafe behavior. Skilled in verbal de-escalation, redirection, and conflict resolution. Able to build positive rapport with diverse youth, families, and community members. Bilingual in Spanish, French, or Chinese preferred.
The salary for this role is $17.00 to $20.00 an hour.
PAL offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes health insurance, flexible spending account options, an employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance, life insurance, retirement savings options, a generous paid time off policy, training and more! Location: Webster Center - Bronx, NY Start Date: September 7th, 2026 At the Police Athletic League, we seek people who are talented, creative and passionate to help create a more inclusive city and better futures for our youth. We're devoted to empowering communities and building the best places to work, and that goes for our own teams too. The Police Athletic League is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected characteristic including, but not limited to, an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
Candidates must possess a High School Diploma/GED and a New York State Security Guard License. S-95 FDNY and F-02 Fire Guard certificates are required or must be obtained within 90 days of employment.
Market context
Security guard openings in New York are typically driven by ongoing needs for site safety, access control, and incident response, especially in facilities with public traffic. This role is competitive because it requires a New York State Security Guard License plus S-95 FDNY and F-02 Fire Guard credentials, or the ability to obtain them within 90 days. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to confirm fit quickly and save time comparing the original job description.