Location: Lower Manhattan, NY

Schedule: Various shifts - 24/7 facility

Compensation: $25/hour

About DDCues

DDCues is a national risk management firm committed to protecting people, securing infrastructure, and defending the nation. Our services include on-site security staffing and threat assessment, investigations, due diligence and integrity monitoring, crisis management and emergency response, and interagency contract fulfillment.

The Role

We are seeking a licensed, unarmed security guard for a detail based in Lower Manhattan, NY. This is a professional, presence-based role designed to ensure the safety and security of staff, guests, and visitors, of the location.

Duties necessary to meet the minimum requirements of the position. Other duties may be assigned:

Inspect items, using x-ray viewing equipment, to determine whether items contain objects that warrant further investigation
View images of bags and cargo, using remote screening equipment, and alert baggage screeners or handlers to any possible problems
Communicate situation details to appropriate personnel
Notify supervisors or other appropriate personnel when security breaches occur
Communicate situation details to appropriate personnel
Send items through automated screening machines, and set bags aside for searching or rescreening as indicated by equipment
Inspect to identify potential hazards
Record information about any baggage that sets off alarms in monitoring equipment
Record information about suspicious objects
Contact leads or supervisors to discuss objects of concern that are not on prohibited object lists
Communicate situation details to appropriate personnel

Important: Guards will not initiate physical contact with any individual unless acting in defense of themselves or others from bodily harm and will not pursue individuals who leave the property.

What We Offer

Competitive pay starting at $25/hour
Consistent hours, different shifts available
Comprehensive onboarding and training
Career advancement opportunities within a growing firm
A supportive, team-oriented work environment

What We're Looking For

Valid New York State unarmed security guard license (required)

High school diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED)
Strong work ethic
Exceptional attention to detail
Ability to self-manage
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Have a minimum of two (2) years of experience in any one of the following or any combination of the following:

i. A guard, watchman or police position; or

ii. Service in the United States Military Services in a police or military security position; or

iii. College credits from an accredited institution of higher learning in criminal justice, security or related fields at the equivalent rate of 32 credits per year

Other Related Attributes that would enhance hiring considerations

Service in Military Occupational Specialty related to law enforcement, security (such as Military Police, Elite Military Forces, combat arms) or any support role in a Combat Zone
Graduate of a Certified Public Safety Academy (military or civilian) or verified work experience in the law enforcement, adult corrections, or firefighter field
Bachelor’s degree in law enforcement or criminal justice related studies
A minimum of 8 or more years of service in any military branch
Associate’s degree (or 60 credits) or higher in law enforcement or criminal justice with current or prior active military service

Physical requirements and environment:

Office environment with minimal to no exposure to extreme temperatures expected
Major activities include working on PC while sitting, telephone use
Physical effort is limited, to include some standing, bending, light lifting, and limited stretching and reaching
Must be able to submit to drug screening to the extent permissible by law
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions

DDCues is an equal opportunity employer.

DDCues LLC

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