Video Surveillance Officer; Diego Beekman

Diego Beekman Mutual Housing Association is seeking a Video Surveillance Officer to join our team located in the Bronx, NY.

The VSO is responsible for maintaining and monitoring the Camera Surveillance Center located at the Base. The VSO monitors all street and building cameras, conducts system searches for building violations and violators, saves video clips, ad hoc tasks as assigned by the Director of Security, and generates reports concerning DVR system operations and malfunctions.

Please note that this position is offering $26.45 to $31.25 per hour, depending on experience. Pay rate will vary based on job responsibilities and scope, geographic location, candidate’s relevant experience, and other factors.

We are currently hiring for two shifts: 1st shift from 9:00AM to 5:00PM and 2nd shift is overnight (shift times subject to change based on business needs).

• Report to duty with sufficient time for briefing and roll call prior to the start of each tour;
• Wear the prescribed uniform at all times. Uniforms shall be clean and free of wrinkles or stains. Shirts shall be tucked in. Pants shall be worn at the waist and shall be the proper size. Employee identification shall be displayed at all times while onsite.
• Monitors live camera footage for incidents and reports same to Dispatcher and Shift Supervisor;
• Reviews incident reports from current and prior shifts and investigates footage as needed;
• Saves video footage as needed, on a secure, backed‑up network drive;
• Keeps video room secure at all times. Does not allow unauthorized personnel to enter.
• Identifying and reporting any suspicious behavior, security breaches, of violations of our policies;
• Monitor live video feeds for suspicious activity.
• Review recorded footage to investigate incidents.
• Report findings to Security Director, Management, or law enforcement as needed.
• Operate video surveillance equipment.
• Ensure the integrity and confidentiality of surveillance data.
• Maintain logs of all surveillance activity.
• Identify and report any equipment malfunctions in a timely manner.

• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in security, law enforcement, or related field
• High School diploma or equivalency certificate.
• Detailed knowledge of Article 35 of the Criminal Procedure Law
• New York State Security License.
• Basic understanding of landlord and tenant law.
• Ability to speak and understand basic English.

• Working knowledge of the Genetec software systems.

• Generous time off policies (including 12 paid holidays)
• Generous Accrued Time Off increasing with years of service;
  Generous paid sick time
• 403b plan options with a company match
• Medical, Dental, & Vision plan options
• Long Term Disability and voluntary;
  Basic Term Life Insurance and AD&D; optional supplemental life insurance
• Commuter FSA
• Voluntary benefits options through Aflac