Security Guard

Responsibilities

The Cary Institute is seeking a reliable and vigilant Full‑Time Security Guard for the 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM shift, Monday through Friday. The guard will be responsible for securing Institute buildings and grounds, monitoring mechanical systems, and ensuring all visitors comply with established access policies.

• Perform routine checks of all Institute buildings to ensure property and buildings are secure.
• Confirm that heating and other mechanical systems are functioning properly.
• Patrol Cary Institute roadways during assigned hours.
• Approach and engage visitors when necessary to ensure compliance with access policies.
• Complete a detailed written security report at the end of each shift worked.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current Valid New York State Security Guard license.
• Applicants with experience working in state/national parks or with wildlife is a plus.
• Must possess good communication skills and the ability to interact with the public effectively.

• This is a Full‑time Non‑Exempt fully benefitted position.
• Evening and night work required (4:00 PM to 12:00 AM, Monday through Friday).
• Must be able to perform foot and vehicle patrols in varying weather conditions.

Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies is an Affiuative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, disability, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, sincerely held practice or religion, military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status or status as a domestic violence survivor and any other characteristics protected by law.

If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan or policy statement, please email Human Resources at hr.

The Institute provides reasonable accommodations for providing job application assistance to qualifying individuals and disabled veterans. If you require assistance in using our online application system due to a disability, you may contact accommodations or fax us at .