Part-Time Security Guard-8am-8pm- alternating Weekend Shift

This is a Part-Time Non Exempt hourly position .The anticipated salary range is $ 20.00 per hour. Hiring offers will be determined based on final candidate's qualifications and experience .The hours offered are alternating weekends 8am-8pm (Sat & Sun)

Position Summary

The Part-Time Security is responsible for performing periodic checks of all buildings and grounds to make sure they are secured. Confirm that heat and other mechanical systems are operating. Patrol Cary Institute roadways during assigned hours. Approach visitors as necessary to assure compliance with access policy .Assist with events as needed. Complete written Security report for each shift worked

Essential Responsibilities

• perform periodic checks of all buildings and grounds to make sure they are secured
• Open and close property gates as assigned
• Any and all other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Valid driver's license.
• Must possess a valid current NYS Security License
• Minimum of 1 years of experience in Security

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a safety-conscious environment.
•  National parks or wildlife experience a plus

Required Skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and safety awareness.

Working Conditions

• Ability to work extended hours, 12 hours per day.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, for long periods.
• Exposure to extreme temperatures
• Requires crouching, bending, kneeling, stopping, reaching, climbing
• Requires hearing and visual acuity.

Safety and Hazards

• Exposure to hazards such as moving mechanical parts, combustibles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. Must follow safety precautions and OSHA regulations.

Closing Date : Position is open until filled

To Apply : Visit our website at ( and complete our online job application. Please submit one document that includes a cover letter, resume and the names and full contact information (including e-mail address) for three professional references. The Cary Institute is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Institute to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, familial status, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Cary Description : Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies is a leading independent environmental research organization dedicated to understanding ecosystems and addressing key environmental challenges. With a focus on freshwater, forests, disease, and cities, our scientists are global experts in ecology and tackle issues such as climate change, invasive species, and human impacts on land and water. Our research informs policy and management decisions to protect the environment and improve human wellbeing, with notable contributions to the Clean Air Act amendments, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, and the Environmental Protection Agency. At Cary Institute, we prioritize sharing our science to enhance ecological literacy and foster informed decision-making. Through a variety of educational programs, we aim to engage students, decision makers, and the public while training the next generation of ecologists and resource managers.