Security Guard

Salary: $18.00 Hourly

The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers — to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow, and thrive through programs and services at our 24 branches. Community is the cornerstone of the Y. Together, we connect active, engaged New Yorkers to build stronger communities.

To help fulfill our mission, we cultivate a culture of learning, leading, and collaboration to enhance community impact. Through our talented staff and “LEAP” career framework (Leadership, Empowerment, Accountability, Personal Growth), we are committed to a people‑first approach that fosters trust, inclusion, growth, and development for all.

The North Brooklyn YMCA is looking for a Security Guard who will be responsible The Security Guard is responsible for the security and safety of all participants in and around the branch. They will also deliver quality customer service to members and guests.

• Ensure the safety and well‑being of participants and staff by providing close supervision of the facility.
• Control access into the facility and exit ways.
• Adhere to all Department of Health (DOH), Department of Youth & Community Development (DYCD), NYCHA, and YMCA of Greater New York standards.
• Adhere to and enforce the security policies at all times.
• Patrol the facility to detect all infractions of house rules and report issues to the proper authorities.
• Maintain fire/safety logbooks in accordance with the facility requirements and ensure security logs include daily sign‑in and sign‑out sheets for all participants and visitors.
• Inspect all bags, packages, etc., leaving the premises as described in YMCA policies.
• Participate as an active member of the fire brigade.
• Effectively communicate information to participants and visitors.
• Perform investigations and thoroughly document.
• Appropriately report and document all incidents/accidents immediately.
• Ensure the health, safety, and well‑being of participants, members, and guests by providing close supervision in hallways.
• Be on time, in uniform, and prepared to work at the beginning of the shift.
• Ensure the check‑in area is always neat, organized, and free of hazards.
• Assist with general housekeeping tasks when necessary.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of related experience.
• Knowledge of security and safety procedures.
• Security Guard license preferred.
• Sprinkler certification preferred.
• Current CPR, First Aid, or AED certifications preferred.

The YMCA of Greater New York offers a variety of benefits to its staff members, including retirement benefits, medical benefits, paid time off, free YMCA membership, and more! Benefit eligibility is determined by an individual’s employment status (i.e., full‑time or part‑time), tenure, and/or the number of hours scheduled to work.  for more information.