Security Officer, Public Safety

Job DescriptionDescription: The Security Officer position at Juilliard is a key element of the School's security strategy. Juilliard Security Officers implement appropriate security controls and enforce security policies pursuant to establishing a secure and friendly campus environment and in a manner consistent with the School's culture. Juilliard Security Officers are expected to maintain a pro-active and engaged presence at all times thereby inspiring the confidence of students, faculty, staff and visitors as well as deterring crime.The hourly rate for this role is $23.37 per hour.This position is part of the Local 241 Transit Workers Union, AFL-CIO.Working at JuilliardFounded in 1905, The Juilliard School is a world leader in performing arts education. The school's mission is to provide the highest caliber of artistic education for gifted musicians, dancers, and actors from around the world so that they may achieve their fullest potential as artists, leaders, and global citizens.Excellence and professionalism are important guides in how we go about our work, but we also connect to the mission as individuals in the workplace. We thrive because of our variety of backgrounds and our ability to be open and honest, and we also thrive because we enjoy each other's company. We believe that each employee has the responsibility to help shape the Juilliard organizational culture, and we provide opportunities to participate in team-building throughout the year. Our organizational values focus on excellence, creative enterprise, and equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging.We encourage you to read more about how we achieve our mission on our website, juilliard.edu.Role Responsibilities: Understand and politely enforce Juilliard security policies, procedures and standards Operate security technology and other security controls, e.g., access control, radio communications, CCTV, to optimize the security posture of the building Authenticate individuals and confirm their authorization to enter and move about the Juilliard facility Visually monitor the environment for suspicious activity and notify management as appropriate Provide direction to students, faculty, staff and visitors during security incidents and fire drills Process visitorsguests according to specified procedures Document security issues and incidents according to prescribed formats Respond to emergencies as trained, instructed or required based on specific circumstances Politely answer questions regarding Juilliard activities and security-related issues Liaise with Lincoln Center Security and local law enforcement as appropriate Perform weapons inspections of packages, objects andor baggage at public events Assume the specific duties associated with assigned posts (stationary and roving) Manage security during events or programs that carry enhanced risk, e.g., external incidents affecting Juilliard, Pre-CollegeMAPMinimum Requirements: High School diploma or equivalent Good verbal and written communication skills Pleasant personality and ease in interacting with the public Security license or the ability to obtain a security license Flexible schedule and availability to work weekend and overtime hours Proficiency in following written and verbal instructions Familiarity with basic computer applications for office use (e.g., Word, Outlook)Preferred Background: Military, security andor law enforcement experienceNondiscrimination Policy:The Juilliard School is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its relations with its faculty, staff, students, and other members of the Juilliard community, and does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, national origin, alienage, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, physical or mental disability, medical condition, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, partnership status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal law. This nondiscrimination policy covers, but is not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, benefits, rates of pay and other forms of compensation as well as student admission, access, and treatment in school programs and activities.

Created: 2025-03-09