Security Guard, Beacon and Cornerstone Programs

Who We Are: CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City. CAMBA serves more than 65,000 individuals and families each year, citywide, including almost 13,000 youth. Our 180+ programs in over 100 locations improve the lives of a diverse cross section of New Yorkers. From homelessness prevention in Staten Island to supportive housing in the Bronx; from employment training in Manhattan to after school programs and college access in Brooklyn; from family shelter and support in Queens to increasing affordable housing across the city, CAMBA provides holistic services to help struggling New Yorkers stabilize their lives and become self-sufficient.

CAMBA's Cornerstone Program: CAMBA administers services at 9 Community Centers across Brooklyn. All Cornerstone programs are run in partnership with other community organizations to provide education, recreation, cultural activities, health information and screenings, youth leadership and social services to the neighborhood's students, their families, and other residents.

Position: Security Guard
Reports To: Program Director
Location: Brownsville & East New York

What the Security Guard Does: The person filling this position is expected, under general direction, to:

• Maintain access control and traffic inside facilities to ensure the order and security of people and property.
• Detect and/or prevent fires, vandalism, theft, or infractions of the rules.
• Maintain assigned posts throughout the facility until properly relieved.
• Protect employees, visitors, and clients.
• Observe and report irregularities such as unusual behavior, property damage, fire hazards, etc.
• Provide directions to visitors when requested.

Minimum Education/Experience Required:

• High school diploma or G.E.D.

Other Requirements:

• Must have 8 hour Pre-Assignment security guard training course certificate.
• Must obtain 16 hour On-the-Job security guard training course certificate within 90 days of employment.
• Must complete 8 Hour Annual In-Service Course each calendar year.
• Must have and maintain NYS Security Guard license.
• Must obtain NYS Security Guard registration, and must maintain registration during employment.
• Must obtain CPR/First Aid Certification within 90 days of employment.
• Dept. of Health, Dept. of Education fingerprint clearance; and State Central Registry (SCR) clearance.
• Ability to maintain State Central Registry (SCR) clearance and fingerprint clearance throughout the duration of employment.
• Ability to adapt to the culture and environment of a public school.

Compensation: $16.00 per hour
Status: Full-time (35 hours per week) 
Benefits: CAMBA offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time), and paid holidays.