Botanical Garden Attendant Guard

About the role

The Botanical Garden Attendant Guard enforces the rules and regulations of the Garden. Application deadline: October 2, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Attend, guard and patrol assigned areas.
• Responsible for the protection of displays, buildings, equipment, facilities, and grounds in area of assignment.
• Maintain order in the area of assignment and assist in the detection, ejection and/or apprehension of miscreants, undesirable and disorderly persons.
• Maintain occupant safety as per NYC Certificate of Fitness for Public Assembly Safety Personnel (F-03).

Requirements

• Possess and maintain a valid New York State Driver’s License.
• Possess and maintain a valid New York State Security Guard License from the Division of Licensing Services.
• Minimum of two years full‑time experience in security or related work.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Possess and maintain a valid Indoor Place of Assembly F-03 Certificate of Fitness, or be able to obtain it within the first 90 days of employment.
• Able to stand for long periods of time and work in all types of weather conditions.

Benefits

• 15 Vacation Days
• 12 Paid Holidays
• 10 Sick Days
• Health Coverage
• 401K
• Pension Plan

Pay

$44,071

Schedule

Full‑time role. Wednesday to Sunday, 10 AM – 6 PM (Regular Days Off: Monday and Tuesday) or Friday to Tuesday, 10 AM – 6 PM (Regular Days Off: Wednesday and Thursday).