Security Officer - Seasonal

Reports To: Director of Risk Management and Safety

Compensation:$20.00+ DOE

Duration:This is a part time seasonal role, supporting Loveland Living Planet Aquarium's Lantern Festival. The role is starts as soon as possible and end January 2027. Shifts will be primarily 5pm-11pm.

About Loveland Living Planet Aquarium:

Loveland Living Planet Aquarium (LLPA) is a mission-driven institution dedicated to inspiring people to explore, discover, and learn about Earth’s diverse ecosystems. Founded in 1997, the Aquarium provides impactful educational experiences for guests of all ages and backgrounds.

Since opening its Draper, Utah facility in 2014, LLPA has welcomed more than 10 million visitors and delivered over 650,000 educational experiences to students. Home to over 4,000 animals representing 650 species, the Aquarium features immersive habitats from around the world, including coral reefs, kelp forests, the deep ocean, Antarctic waters, tropical rainforests, Asian cloud forests, and Utah’s freshwater ecosystems.

Accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) since 2019, LLPA is in an exciting phase of growth. With the opening of the Sam and Aline Skaggs Science Learning the Aquarium became the largest in the Mountain West and the fifth largest aquarium in the continental United States, offering expanded opportunities for education, research, and professional impact.

Position Summary:

Security Officers at the Loveland Living Planet Aquarium are responsible for controlling and maintaining a safe and secure environment both for guests and employees. You are expected to display a sense of pride and professionalism that are indicative of an industry leader, visibly recognized through your actions and attitude by co-workers, aquarium staff, volunteers, contractors, and guests alike.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required.

High school diploma or equivalent Ability to successfully complete a criminal background investigation and other applicable pre-employment screenings Strong verbal and written communication skills Basic computer proficiency, including email, electronic reporting and security systems Ability to learn and effectively operate CCTV, access-control, alarm, radio and other security systems Ability to successfully complete required Aquarium security, safety and emergency-response training Ability to work a flexible schedule based on Aquarium operational needs, including days, evenings, overnight hours, weekends, holidays, special events and emergency situations

• Experience with CCTV, access control, alarm systems or security technology
• Experience with incident investigation and professional report writing
• Experience with crowd management and emergency response
• Experience with crisis intervention, conflict resolution and de-escalation
• Experience with workplace violence or active-threat response
• Have a working knowledge of resources available including computer, telephone, radio, property surveillance cameras and alarm systems as trained
• Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a team
• Ability to remain calm, professional and decisive during stressful or emergency situations
• Ability to interact positively with guests in all types of situations and to de-escalate any potential hostile or aggressive situation
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, successfully handling multiple tasks such as daily activity log, key and radio control forms, lost and found and assist with deliveries admitted onto Aquarium property, especially before and after operating hours
• Possess a valid CPR/AED/First Aid…