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Senior Attendant Guard


Job Location:

Brooklyn, NY - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 41600 - 45852
Posted: 29 September 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Title: Senior Attendant Guard

Department:Security

Reports to:Manager of Security & Custodial Services

FLSA Status: Full-time Non-exempt

Grade:Union


Position Description:


The senior attendant guard assures the protection of the Garden its staff and visitors and enforces Garden rules regulations policies and procedures. Under the general direction of the manager of Security they will supervise attendant guards assist and coordinate an effective security team on assigned shifts.


Responsibilities:


  • Assist in making schedule changes adjust post coverage and deploy personnel as conditions warrant.
  • Assist in orienting training and evaluating performance of attendant guards.
  • Inspect personal appearance of attendant guards at the beginning of each shift and while in the field.
  • Take appropriate action to correct performance deficiencies violations of rules regulations policies procedures and conditions involving imminent threat of harm to the Garden staff and/or visitors.
  • Assist in conducting investigations of security incidents on assigned shift.
  • Prepare written reports and required forms and maintain various logs and records.
  • Issue and control keys radios and other necessary equipment supplies and materials.
  • Perform other related duties or special projects as directed.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Three years satisfactory paid experience in security protection military law enforcement or equivalent experience in comparable field
  • Ability to pass written exam
  • Valid drivers license
  • Valid NYS security license
  • Ability to walk and/or stand continuously
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite or willingness to learn
  • Ability to be flexible
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills


Compensation and Benefits

  • Salary Range $41600 - $45852

    Brooklyn Botanic Garden considers several factors when determining the appropriate salary to offer a candidate within the listed salary range. These factors include (but are not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position a candidates relevant work experience and education/training prior union/ DC37 experience (for union positions) job skills equity across the institution as well as market and organizational considerations.

  • BBG offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
  • As a 501(c)3 BBG is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer.
  • Museum Pass which provides employees the opportunity to enter many museums in New York City for free
  • Free Garden admission for employee plus one guest
  • Employee discount at BBGs retail and food venues


To be considered for this position please submit an application by clicking Apply below. Applications submitted without a résumé and cover letter will not be considered.


No telephone calls for position inquiries please. Applicants with disabilities who need assistance with the online system or who may require a reasonable accommodation during the application process should contact Human Resources at .


Brooklyn Botanic Garden is an Equal Opportunity Employer.



Required Experience:

Senior IC


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