Security Guard; Part-Time Temporary Worker

This is part‑time (typically 32 hours/week) security and customer service work of routine difficulty in patrolling and safeguarding multiple parking garages and providing customer service and information to the public.

$17.29 per hour.

• From 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM (First Shift)
• From 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM (Second Shift)
• From 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM (Third Shift)

All work shifts are subject to change based on any changing needs for this part‑time position.

• This posting is only for processing of candidates who have been informed that they are being hired. Please do not submit your application via this posting for vacancy consideration.

• Patrols an assigned area in and around City garages; secures doors and windows; reports fire hazards and other security issues
• Performs surveillance of City property by observing television monitors and responding to incidents observed
• Reports disturbances or suspicious circumstances which require police presence
• Operate communication systems, such as assigned radios and other security related equipment
• Writes incident reports as necessary on unusual security issues
• Provides customer service and information to the public
• Removes debris/cleans up any trash or materials which may create a safety hazard
• Performs related work as required

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Up to one (1) year of related experience including some security and customer service work.
• Must be able to work at least 32 hours per week from 2:00 pm to 10:30 pm (Second Shift) and/or from 10:00 pm to 6:30 am (Third Shift) for the currently available vacancies for this position.
• All work shifts are subject to change based on any changing needs for this part‑time position.
• Required to work assigned weekends and holidays.
• If claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form, and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form (J-204) to the online application.

• Prior security guard and/or customer service experience, preferably for a government entity.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook.
• The ability to communicate in various languages is a plus.

Employees will walk or stand for extended periods of time. The position involves medium physical demands, such as exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. Ability to lift, carry, climb, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, walk, push, pull, grasp, stand and access heights or areas where limited space is available.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; interview; employment record, background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position.

The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, affirmative action, inclusive employer and a drug‑free workplace. The City of Fort Lauderdale does not discriminate based on age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. Veterans' preference per Florida law.