About this role
Internal Job Description
About Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS)
WCS stands for wildlife and wild places. As the world’s premier wildlife conservation organization, WCS has a long track record of achieving innovative, impactful results at scale. We run field programs spanning 60 countries and the entire ocean. We build on a unique foundation: Our reach is global; we discover through best-in-class science; we protect through work on the ground with local and indigenous people; we inspire through our world-class zoos, aquarium, and education programs; and we leverage our resources through partnerships and powerful policy influence. Our more than 4,000 diverse, passionately committed team members in New York City and around the world work collectively to achieve our conservation mission.
Position Objective
Maintain safe and secure environment for guests and employees by patrolling and monitoring premises and personnel.
Principal Responsibilities
- Secure grounds and staff by patrolling zoo, inspecting buildings, equipment as required, and access points; monitor service gate entry, assist with oversize vehicle access to the parking lot. Utilize Detex monitoring system in patrol cycles.
- Prevent losses and damage by reporting irregularities; enforce zoo policy and procedures; restrain trespassers.
- Control park traffic by directing drivers at service gate
- Complete reports by recording observations, information, occurrences, and surveillance activities.
- Enforce the Society's visitors' rules and regulations and those of the Department of
Parks of the City of New York
- May perform ground maintenance work as required such as shoveling snow from gates and other access points.
- Attend court appearances as required related to participation in any job-related police action.
- Represent WCS in a professional manner, establish and maintain positive, effective working relationships with employees, colleagues, City and other government agencies, outside contractors, and the general public.
- Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
- Perform related duties and tasks as required.
Internal Qualification Requirements
Job Qualifications
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Must obtain and maintain New York State Security Guard Registration. Valid driver license preferred
- Ability and willingness to work weekends, holidays, evenings, nights, overtime and special events as the schedule demands to provide 24-hour coverage.
- Voluntary option to obtain and maintain FDNY Certificate
Physical Requirements
The position requires outdoor work in all weather conditions; Tasks require manual dexterity and ability to safely use tools ( e.g. shovel). Some tasks require climbing, kneeling, bending, navigating uneven terrain.
Equal Employment Opportunity Disclaimer
WCS is an equal opportunity employer, and the organization complies with all employment and labor laws and regulations that prohibit discrimination in hiring and ensures that candidates from all backgrounds are fairly and consistently considered during the recruitment process. We are dedicated to hiring and engaging in a diverse workforce. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment and look for future team members who share that same value. The organization provides equal employment opportunities for all qualified candidates. The organization does not discriminate for employment based on gender, race/ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information or any other covered status or characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.
It is everyone’s responsibility to ensure that we do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based upon a person’s membership in one of these protected categories in areas such as recruitment, selection, job assignment, supervision, training, promotions, job grading, transfers, termination, compensation, benefits, educational opportunities, WCS sponsored recreational activities and facilities. The organization complies with all Federal, State, and NYC laws and WCS’s employment policies.