What are the responsibilities and job description for the Security Guard position at The Metropolitan Opera?
Weekly rate per CBA: $943.53
The Security Guard is responsible to protect the Met’s property, assets, and personnel, which includes, but is not limited to, the following tasks:
*Patrolling and monitoring activities on the company’s premises regularly to ensure the environment is safe and secure
*Controlling the entrance and departure of employees, visitors and audience members
*Monitoring surveillance cameras to watch out for any disruptions or unlawful activities
*Performing CPR or first aid when needed
\n- Education, Licenses and Certifications Required
- Must be a NYS Licensed Security Officer
- Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
- Must hold current or be capable of obtaining FDNY Certificates of Fitness: F-03 Indoor Place of Assembly; F-04 Outdoor Place of Assembly
- Prior security or law enforcement experience preferred.
- Must be able to lift, push, and pull a minimum of 50 lbs. regularly, which includes lifting, pushing, and/or pulling equipment.
- Must be able to stand and walk for consecutive hours.
- HOURS/HOLIDAYS/WORKDAYS
- Required to work weekdays and/or weekends, evening and or overnight shifts as scheduled.
- May be required to work legal holidays on scheduled days/shifts. The Security Guard is an essential position and must be available for all emergencies in all weather conditions, as well as during disaster situations, ie. before, during or after a disaster.
- The Security Guard may be required to stay after workday to assist after a disaster situation until relief arrives.
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