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Safety and Security Officer
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Title: Safety and Security Officer
Location: Duke Farms, Hillsborough, N.J.
Reports to: Deputy Executive Director / Operations and Sustainability
Status: Part time, non-exempt
How to Apply: Click here to apply. Please submit a résumé. The priority application deadline for this position is February 23.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Duke Farms is a living lab where model strategies for nature restoration, wildlife conservation and clean energy transition are developed. Located on 2,700 acres in Hillsborough, New Jersey, the campus serves as a gathering place for global decision-makers and local neighbors to ignite change.
As a center of the Doris Duke Foundation (DDF), Duke Farms advances the foundation’s mission to build a more creative, equitable and sustainable future. We work across three areas: arts & culture, nature, and health & well-being. In addition to Duke Farms, DDF operates five national programs as well as Shangri La, a global center for transformation located in Honolulu, Hawai‘i. DDF’s activities are guided by the will of Doris Duke, who endowed the foundation with financial assets that currently total over $2 billion. (To learn more about the foundation, visit dorisduke.org.)
POSITION
The Safety and Security Officer is an integral member of the Duke Farms Safety and Security team. This role supports a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment for all who work at and visit Duke Farms. The Officer collaborates across the Operations and Sustainability department and works closely with other internal teams, external partners and the public to ensure that safety protocols are followed with consistency, care and professionalism. The position requires sound judgment, clear communication and the ability to foster a respectful, responsive environment.
YOUR IMPACT AT DDF
As the Safety and Security Officer, you will:
- Ensure that every visitor, staff member and resident experiences Duke Farms as a safe and welcoming place.
- Monitor facilities and grounds, respond swiftly to incidents and support a secure, inclusive environment for all.
- Play a critical role in protecting people, property and the natural environment on-site during emergencies.
- Respond to alarms, provide basic first aid and follow established safety protocols with professionalism and care.
- Contribute to a culture of care by identifying risks and helping prevent safety concerns before they escalate.
- Conduct regular patrols, communicate potential issues to the broader team and support proactive safety measures daily.
- Support the success of programs and events by ensuring that public gatherings are safe, welcoming and well coordinated.
- Collaborate with internal teams and event organizers to ensure site safety for convenings, tours and community programming.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Work experience in public safety and security.
- Demonstrated commitment to public safety and environmental stewardship, with interest in contributing to a mission-driven, sustainability-focused organization.
- Willingness to learn and participate in training, specifically in administering basic first aid. First aid training will be provided.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail, follow-through and adherence to protocols and standard operating procedures.
- Comfortable engaging with the public, addressing concerns and defusing conflicts effectively.
- Ability to remain calm, clear-headed and controlled during emergencies.
- Capable of patrolling the property, sitting at a desk for prolonged periods monitoring surveillance equipment, standing for prolonged periods, and lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to navigate the 2,700-plus-acre Duke Farms property and travel to other locations, both indoors and outdoors, in various weather conditions.
- Ability to repeatedly lift and carry up to 50 pounds to a height of 12 inches.
- Ability to work in various outdoor conditions including but not limited to heat, cold, sun exposure and wet weather with potential exposure to environmental factors such as poison ivy, ticks and mosquitoes.
- Available to work flexible hours, including weekends, evenings and holidays.
- Valid driver’s license required.
We recognize that not every candidate will meet every qualification listed. If you are passionate about our mission and believe you have the skills and experience to perform the essential functions of this role, we encourage you to apply.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Anticipated starting hourly rate is $16.50 to $20.50, and the final offer will depend on experience.
- A 15% employer contribution to your 401(k).
- A values-driven culture rooted in integrity, excellence, collaboration, openness and imagination, and diversity, equity and inclusion.
The Doris Duke Foundation is committed to inclusive hiring and equal employment opportunity. We strongly encourage candidates of all identities, experiences, orientations and communities to apply. Our recruiting and employment practices adhere to all applicable federal, state and local laws, including the Americans with Disabilities Act. We provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation in the job application process is needed, please contact us here.
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