Security Guard

Security Guard

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Description

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is hiring Security Guards! Working under close supervision, the Security Guard observes activity at a particular post and reports any unusual activities to the supervisor. Security Guards perform routine monitoring, reporting duties, and follow specific guidelines for observing and reporting incidents.

Responsibilities

• Report malfunctions of equipment that may impact the security or well‑being of the facility to the supervisor and/or facility management.
• Verify pedestrian and vehicle authorization for access through an assigned post and may be required to monitor CCTVs or other similar equipment and report irregularities as observed.
• Interact with the traveling public, Port Authority facilities staff, and outside agencies’ staff with courtesy and professionalism.
• Be assigned to various locations within New York, New Jersey, and key transit areas including Downtown Manhattan, Jersey City, Holland Tunnel, and Lincoln Tunnel.
• Work rotating shifts as part of a 24‑hour, 7‑day‑a‑week operation, including irregular shifts and holidays.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in any one or a combination of the following fields:
  Security Guard/Watchman, Police Officer, the United States Military in a security position, or College credits in Criminal Justice or Police Science equivalent to 32 credits per year.

Desired Qualifications

• Security Officer Registration Act (SORA) License.

Selection Process

Only candidates who qualify on both the written exam and oral interview will be considered for further evaluation. Selected applicants will undergo a comprehensive background check.

Compensation & Benefits

The starting salary for the Security Guard position is $20.54 per hour (subject to collective bargaining agreement). The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package in a professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement.

How To Apply

Interested candidates should apply by clicking the "Apply Now" button and latency a resume. The Port Authority welcomes veteran and military spouse applications, and only applicants under consideration will be contacted.

About The Port Authority

Founded in 1921, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey builds, operates, and maintains many of the most important transportation and trade infrastructure assets in the country. The agency’s network of starch, ground, rail, and seaport facilities supports more than 550,000 regional jobs and generates more than $23 billion in annual wages and $80 billion in economic activity. The Port Authority also owns and manages the 16‑acre World Trade Center site, where the 1,776‑foot‑tall One World Trade Center stands as the tallest skyscraper in the western hemisphere.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey/Port Authority Trans‑Hudson (PATH) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and otherimoarily applicable laws, the Port Authority will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment and request accommodations, unless such accommodations would result in undue hardship to the Agency.

Job applicants may request a reasonable accommodation (1) if a disability affects the interview process or (2) to ensure that, if selected, they can perform the essential job functions. To submit a request, please contact the recruiter or email the Human Resources Department’s Disability Accommodation Coordinator at [email protected]. The Port Authority will treatनगर any request for reasonable accommodation by a job applicant confidentially.