Part-Time Porter Guard – Hiring Event | Sept. 10 in Far Rockaway, New York at JASA

JASA is hosting an In-Person Interview Event for our Part-Time Porter Guard positions at our Senior Citizen Housing community in Far Rockaway, NY, and we’d love to meet you!

Shift #1
Saturday and Sunday: 12:00 AM – 8:00 AM
Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Shift #2
Saturday and Sunday: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Hours Per Week: 21.75 hours

Please Note: The shifts listed above are fixed and non-negotiable. Candidates must be available to work the full scheduled shift and all scheduled days. Shift changes or alternate schedules are not available.

As a Part-Time Porter Guard, you’ll play an important role in maintaining a safe, clean, secure, and welcoming environment for older adults. Under the supervision of the Superintendent, you’ll support the daily operations of the building by maintaining common areas, assisting with building and grounds maintenance, monitoring visitor activity, maintaining building logs, responding to emergencies, and providing excellent customer service to residents, visitors, and staff.

Qualified applicants whose experience meets our requirements will be contacted to schedule an interview during the in-person hiring event on Thursday, September 10, 2026.

JASA is one of NYC’s largest and most trusted nonprofit organizations serving older adults. Our senior housing communities provide safe, supportive, and welcoming environments where older adults can live with dignity, independence, and peace of mind.

As a Part-Time Porter Guard, you’ll make a meaningful impact every day by helping maintain a clean, secure, and comfortable home for residents while supporting the daily operations of our Senior Citizen Housing community in Far Rockaway.

• Help create a safe, clean, and comfortable living environment for older adults.
• Support residents by maintaining a welcoming and well-maintained community.
• Contribute to JASA’s mission of promoting dignity, independence, and quality of life for older adults.

• Help maintain a secure residential environment for residents, visitors, and staff.
• Monitor building activity and support emergency response procedures.
• Serve as a dependable and welcoming presence within the community.

• Perform a combination of housekeeping, building support, grounds maintenance, and desk responsibilities.
• Support daily property operations through hands-on work.
• Respond to the changing needs of the building and residents.

• Work alongside the Superintendent and property management team.
• Join an organization committed to respect, teamwork, and service to older adults.

As a Part-Time Porter Guard, you’ll help maintain building cleanliness, support property operations, monitor visitors, and assist with safety and emergency procedures.

• Clean and maintain building interiors, including:
  • Hallways
  • Stairs
  • Apartment doors
  • Windows and windowsills
  • Baseboard crowns
  • Elevator cabs and elevator floor areas
  • Trash closets
  • Hoppers
  • Slop sinks
  • Lobby floors
  • Vestibule floors
  • Glazed areas
  • Pictures
  • Light fixtures
  • Metalwork
  • Storerooms
  • Workshops
  • Laundry rooms
  • Bathrooms
• Clean and remove items left behind in vacant apartments.
• Dust vestibules and other common areas.
• Maintain clean, organized, and welcoming common areas throughout the property.

• Sweep sidewalks, courtyards, and parking lots.
• Trim shrubbery and remove weeds.
• Remove debris from grass, landscaped areas, and other grounds.
• Remove snow and ice from sidewalks, courtyards, and parking areas as needed.
• Deposit garbage into designated receptacles for disposal.
• Keep common areas free from graffiti and other unsightly conditions.

• Ensure all arriving visitors sign the visitor log book.
• Maintain accurate visitor records and building logs.
• Monitor building activity and report concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
• Provide professional, courteous, and helpful assistance to residents, visitors, and staff.

• Respond to alarms and emergency situations by:
  • Immediately recording the event in the log book.
  • Proceeding to the affected area.
  • Entering apartments when necessary.
  • Determining the nature of the emergency.
  • Notifying appropriate emergency services, residents, and the supervisor.
• Assist with maintaining a safe environment for residents, visitors, and staff.
• Promptly report unsafe conditions, hazards, maintenance concerns, or other issues to the appropriate supervisor.

• Move equipment and supplies throughout the building as needed.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as requested or assigned.

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. preferred.

• One or more years of previous related experience preferred.
• Experience in porter services, custodial work, building maintenance, security, or residential settings preferred.

• Ability to read, speak, and follow directions in English.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to interact respectfully and professionally with residents, visitors, and staff.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and building protocols.
• Dependable, responsible, and attentive to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain a clean and orderly environment.

• Ability to perform heavy lifting, moving, and carrying packages, furniture, equipment, or supplies.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders.
• Ability to bend, stoop, and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods as required by the position.
• Ability to work independently and complete assigned responsibilities.

• Must be available to work one of the two fixed schedules listed above.
• Must be available to work all scheduled days and hours associated with the selected shift.
• The scheduled shifts are fixed and non-negotiable.
• Must be able to work weekends as part of the regular schedule.
• May be required to work additional hours, evenings, weekends, or holidays as assigned.

JASA offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and future.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage options
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Pension Plan

• Paid Vacation Time
• Holidays and Floating Holidays
• Paid Time Off

• Training and continuing education opportunities
• Career growth within the organization

• Employee recognition programs celebrating employee contributions

JASA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected classification under federal, state, or local law.