Seasonal Security Guard, New York Aquarium

New York Aquarium Until 8/22/2026 First posted May 27, 2026 Last posted May 27, 2026
Job description
Department: Security
Title: Security Guard
Location: New York Aquarium (Brooklyn)
Employment Type: Temporary/Seasonal
Status: Non-Exempt
Grade Level: Hourly
Pay Rate: $18/hour
Reports To: Security Supervisor
Schedule: Must be able to work weekends and holidays; weekday hours also available
Hours: 9:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m., dependent on weather and guest attendance; schedule subject to change through the spring and summer

Position Summary: Security Guards ensure that our guests enjoy a safe experience at Wildlife Conservation Society parks.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Presenting professionalism in uniform while assisting guests that are seeking information, medical assistance or other aid and in a courteous manner.
  • Communicating clearly using a portable radio.
  • Following instructions and orders from Security Management and other competent authority.
  • Completing the Security Officer’s Daily Activity Report.
  • Will be required to remain at fixed post, a roving post covering a designated area, and entrance/exit gates, as needed.
  • Monitoring building conditions for overcrowding, disorderly persons, and prohibited items inside exhibits.
  • Completing other assignments as required and helping others on the team
About this role

Summary

Maintain safety, assist guests, monitor premises, follow security procedures.

Job title

Security Guard

Experience level

none

Industry

public safety

Location requirements

On-site at New York Aquarium, no remote work allowed.

Salary

$18/hour

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

communicationobservationreport writing

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

public safetyguest assistancemonitoringcommunication
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site
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