Lead Security Officer - Grand Canyon South Rim

Overview

Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Security team in Grand Canyon National Park!

Why Join Us? This is more than a security position—it’s a structured career development opportunity. We invest in your training, support your growth, and provide a pathway to expand your skills in both operations and instruction.

Grand Canyon National Park Lodges operates 6 hotels, 7 retail shops, and various restaurants and dining facilities in the historic Grand Canyon Village. No matter what your job is, you will be a proud steward of the park and play an essential role in providing warm and friendly hospitality to our guests! As one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, Grand Canyon National Park is a place of remarkable beauty, peace, scenic grandeur and top-notch hospitality.

We’re hiring a Lead Security Officer to Live. Work. Explore. at the south rim of the Grand Canyon!

To provide security leadership and services for Xanterra South Rim properties and to provide safety and security to guests/employees.

Position Type:
Full-Time, Year-Round
Pay: $19.75 per hour

Schedule:

Typical schedule is 40 hours, 5 days per week (may include weekends, evenings, and holidays)

Housing:
Eligible for a private bedroom in a shared apartment for $267.00 per month. This covers rent and basic utilities.

We are a welcoming community who work hard, share a real passion for the environment, and enjoy crafting memorable experiences for our guests. As part of the Xanterra Travel Collection®, we are the primary authorized concessionaire at the Grand Canyon South Rim, and proud stewards of the park.

• On-site employee meals (cafeteria-style)
• Free on-site laundry facility, free shuttle service, and Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth)
• A fast-paced, exciting work environment with plenty of upward mobility and growth opportunities
• Meet people of all ages from all over the country and world!

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Disability Insurance
• 401k with match
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Learning and Development Programs

• Free Grand Canyon National Park pass
• Rec Center – Fitness Equipment, Computers, and Free Wi Fi
• Paid Day off on your birthday
• Discounted mule rides
• Free Grand Canyon Railway Train Rides
• Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts
• Planned employee trips and activities
• $350 Referral Bonus Program
• The adventure of a lifetime!

• Supervise and advise the shift patrols.
• Coordinate the scheduling of the Security Officers.
• Review and edit the daily incident reports.
• Adapt to a changing work schedule according to training needs and supervisory coverage.
• Assure that assigned staff are adhering to the Risk Management and Security Policies and Procedures.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for all South Rim electronic security and surveillance systems.
• Ensure the safety and security of all Xanterra South Rim properties by conducting constant patrols by foot and car throughout the property.
• Assist National Park Service Law Enforcement on the scene and follow instructions/directives given by the scene commander.
• Maintain a professional working relationship with National Park Service Law Enforcement.
• Resolve situations within your control and guidelines established by Risk Management, the Security Department, and National Park Service Law Enforcement.
• Escort Accounting personnel on cash runs and deposit runs, providing security escort service to the accounting personnel.
• Compile daily logs and write incident reports in a timely and accurate manner.
• Interact with Housing Department personnel in making rounds through employee housing areas and assisting as needed and/or requested.
• Enroll, attend, and complete ongoing…