Security Personnel - Part Time

Salary:
Starting at: $22.00 per hour

Hours:

Fridays: 5pm-11pm

Saturday: 8AM-1PM, 1PM-6PM, 6PM-12AM

Sunday: 8AM-1PM, 1PM-6PM, 6PM-10PM

Under the direct supervision of the Recreation Facilities Supervisor, handle the overall security needs of the Elk Grove Park District, as assigned.

• Serve as a visual presence to deter unwanted behavior before it happens.
• Deescalate potential contentious issues between customers and/or staff.
• Work with building staff in matters of security to provide a safe environment.
• Enforce facility rules, regulations and Code of Conduct.
• Assist in providing first aid to injured patrons. Assist with emergency procedures, i.e. Tornado and Fire evacuation.
• Check unoccupied rooms to ensure that they are secure and locked.
• Provide security walk-through inspections inside and outside the facility
• Assist with room set‑ups.
• Securing of the interior and exterior doors within assigned facilities.
• Assist other staff in providing customer service; including answering patrons’ questions and directing them to programs throughout the facility.
• Performs the job safely and in compliance with district policies, procedures, work and safety rules.

• Provide security assistance at other facilities and parks as assigned during special events or activity.
• Ability to work mornings, evenings, and weekend shifts, as assigned.
• Follow all driving safety rules for passengers and traffic.
• Performs other duties or tasks as assigned

• General work area is indoors, in a smoke-free environment with controlled temperature and fluorescent lighting.
• Subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions.
• Work in a wide range of weather conditions which can include cold, rain, and extreme heat.
• Occasional exposure to natural and potentially extreme weather conditions while supervising employees or attending job related activities at locations away from the office.
• Must work closely with co-workers.
• Must work around the general population.
• Physical agility to maintain mobility from site to site.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Subject to modified/flexible work schedule including nights and weekends.
• Able to work under stressful situations when First Aid or CPR is required, including the ability to respond quickly and accurately to any and all emergencies.
• Able to function under sometimes loud and stressful conditions.
• Ability to drive in all weather conditions.
• May be exposed to gasoline and engine fluids.

• Must have 21st birthday by hire date.
• Good knowledge of pertinent safety precautions.
• Valid Illinois driver’s license.
• Valid First Aid, CPR and AED (Pediatric and Adult) Certifications OR willing to attend paid training to obtain current Certifications.
• Flexibility, communication skills and patience.
• Good knowledge of pertinent safety precautions.
• Must demonstrate good safety awareness and judgment.
• Must be able to follow traffic directions, traffic rules and Park District driving guidelines.
• Ability to maintain positive and effective working relationships with other employees.

• Completion of Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board and/or CERT Basic Training is preferred.
• Current or retired police officers in good standing are preferred.
• Must have experience with active surveillance and/or supervision where rule enforcement was required in a previous professional setting.

Elk Grove Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Summary of Benefits