Security Guard

Job Title: Security Guard
Reports to: Director of Public Safety
Department: Public Safety
Compensation: Starting at $20



Company Overview: 

Shrub Oak International School (www.shruboak.org) is a therapeutic day and residential school for autistic children, adolescents, and young adults with complex co-occurring conditions. Located in northern Westchester County, Shrub Oak offers unparalleled educational opportunities for autistic students in a family-centric, supportive environment. We offer a variety of programs to meet the needs of students across the spectrum, and our curriculum is based on the most advanced and successful evidence-based clinical and academic approaches in ASD education. 
 

Essential Functions:  

Under the direction of the Security Supervisor, the Security Guard is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for students, staff, parents, and visitors at Shrub Oak International School, as well as protecting the school's assets. This hands-on role involves patrolling the campus, monitoring premises through direct observation and CCTV, and exercising discretion when handling confidential information. 

• Perform daily security duties as assigned. 

• Respond to safety and emergency situations. 

• Participate in security and safety-related training and drills. 

• Implement emergency response and business continuity plans as needed. 

• Document incidents related to physical security, potential facility liability, or other occurrences requiring reporting according to policy. 

• Provide high-quality customer service to students, staff, and visitors. 

• Prepare detailed and accurate reports on security-related incidents.  

Please note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. 
 

Requirements: 

Experience & Education: 

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent required   

• Valid NYS Security Guard license or in the process of obtaining one*   

• Experience working as a security guard or in a similar position, i.e., a Sworn Law Enforcement, military or security officer is preferred.   

• NYS Security Guard License or completion of the 8-hour pre-employment class  
   

Skills & Abilities: 

• Ability to quickly respond to high-urgency situations at a moment’s notice. 

• Knowledge of security methods and techniques, including loss prevention, crime prevention, investigation, patrolling, traffic control, and the care and custody of persons and property. 

• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills, with the ability to clearly and concisely communicate ideas both in writing and verbally. 

• Proficient in using security-related software, fire suppression systems, and CCTV systems. 

• Physical ability to perform considerable walking and climb stairs to patrol campus buildings, grounds, and conduct inspections. 

• Valid driver’s license. 

• Ability to complete TCIS training and stay current with all required certifications and training. 

Benefits: 

Available for full-time employees. An overview of our benefits: 

• Insurance coverage: Health, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance 

• Flexible spending account (FSA) 

• Paid time off (PTO) 

• Tuition/Professional development assistance 

• Employee assistance program (EAP) 

• Employee discounts 

• Free shift meal (depending on schedule) 
   

Physical Requirements/Demands: 

A workday regularly includes multiple or conflicting demands, deadlines and time pressures; work regularly requires sustained concentration. Standing for sustained periods of time, bending, stretching, walking up and down stairs (building has 6 floors), around a hilly campus as needed, may also require walking between floors or between buildings at a moment’s notice. May need to lift/move boxes up to 25 pounds and move or rearrange furniture. 

Work Environment: 

We are a boarding school located on a 127-acre campus. The work environment will include both indoor and outdoor spaces, mostly inside the classroom or educational environment. May include work within the residential setting. The building has 6 floors accessible by staircases and elevators. 

EEO Statement: 

Shrub Oak is an equal employment opportunity employer. Shrub Oak International School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to apply for a job or to perform the essentials functions of their job. Please advise us if you require a reasonable accommodation. 

Please note: 

SOIS maintains a smoke-free environment to ensure the health and safety of our students, employees, and community. Smoking or vaping of any kind is strictly prohibited indoors, outdoors, and during off-campus activities, with enforcement measures in place including smoke/vape detectors. Non-compliance will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.