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Security Guards The Preservation Society of Newport County * Occupation: Security Guards

Location: Newport, RI - 02840-0939 Positions available: 1

Job #: 1507025 Work At Home option: No

Posted: 5/2/2024 Updated: 5/2/2024 Expires: 7/1/2024

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Number of openings: 3
Full/Part Time: Part-time
Salary/Hourly Rate: $17.00-$20.00
Benefit:
Family membership, enrollment in 403(b) retirement plan, reciprocity with other cultural institutions, corporate rate with the Newport YMCA

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Description The Preservation Society of Newport County seeks part-time Security Guards to work a combination of weekday and weekend hours, including holidays, primarily between the hours of 8:00 am and 6:00 pm. Hours will be flexible. SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE The Preservation Society Security Guard is a highly skilled, observant, and conscientious member of the Properties Department. Such employees must possess excellent communications skills, as they will be interacting with the public at the very onset of the visitor experience. The primary responsibility of the Security Guard is to provide for the safety and security of the House and outbuildings, grounds, parking areas, and crosswalks where applicable. Conducts a periodic walk through of the house, out buildings and estate grounds to check for Security and Safety Issues and reports all Safety hazards such as slip, trip, and fall hazards for appropriate response. Conduct emergency procedures which include the safe evacuations of all areas of guests and staff when required to do so. Secondary responsibilities will include enforcing Preservation Society policies, helping visitors with special needs to enter the house, and greeting group visitors and answering questions in the absence of greeters.

Education Requirements:
The desirable candidate will possess the following qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent Valid state-issued motor vehicle operators license. Ability to work with computers. Ability to handle written communication in reporting and filling out forms, incident and accident forms. Knowledge of cleaning products, equipment, and safety procedures. Attention to detail and a strong work ethic. Effective communication skills. Ability to work independently or as part of a team. Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed. Flexibility to work other locations as needed. Physical Demands: Ability to consistently arrive at work on time and ready to begin duties. Possess a valid state-issued motor vehicle operators license with a clear record. Ability to stand for extended periods, usually 40-45 minutes per hour. Ability to walk quickly for extended distances under emergency circumstances. Ability to open and close large, heavy gates, sometimes weighing several tons. Ability to lift and carry signs and banners, sometimes weighing as much as thirty pounds. Ability to communicate with associates and guests. Ability to communicate effectively on a portable radio system. Preferred Qualifications: CPR, First Aid and AED certified training Previous Museum Security and Security/Safety Experience Previous CCTV Surveillance experience

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The Preservation Society of Newport County *
Is a Private Sector employer
http://www.newportmansions.org

Company Profile:
The Preservation Society of Newport County is a non-profit organization whose mission is to protect, preserve, and present an exceptional collection of house museums and landscapes in one of the most historically intact cities in America.

We hold in public trust the Newport Mansions which are an integral part of the living fabric of Newport, Rhode Island. These sites exemplify three centuries of the finest achievements in American architecture, decorative arts, and landscape design spanning the Colonial era to the Gilded Age.

Through our historic properties, educational programs, and related activities we engage the public in the story of America'ss vibrant cultural heritage.

We seek to inspire and promote an appreciation of the value of preservation to enrich the lives of people everywhere.

250-499 employees

Location/Work Site Information

Address: 424 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI 02840-0939

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Public Transportation Accessible:

Yes

Location/Work Site Industry (NAICS):

Museums (712110)

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Salary Range: $17.00 - $20.00 Hour DOE (Depends on Experience) Benefits Provided: Dental, Holidays, Life Insurance, Medical, Retirement/Pension, Sick Leave, Uniform Allowance, Vacation, Vision Other Benefits: Not Available Full or Part Time: Full Time (30 Hours or More) Job Duration: Over 150 Days Type of Job: Regular

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Minimum Experience Required: Not Specified

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Minimum Education Level Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent

Required License/Certification: CPR First Aid and AED

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This section shows the number of job openings advertised online in NEWPORT COUNTY, RI for Security Guards and for the related occupational group of Protective Service Occupations on June 8, 2024 (Jobs De-duplication Level 2).

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Occupation	Job Openings
Security Guards	18
Protective Service Occupations	30

There were 18 job openings advertised online in NEWPORT COUNTY, RI for Security Guards on June 8, 2024. There are also 30 job openings advertised online for the related occupation group of Protective Service Occupations in NEWPORT COUNTY, RI on June 8, 2024.

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