Security Officer - Part Time - San Diego Zoo

Security Officer I - Part Time - San Diego Zoo HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION

The Security Officer I provides for the safety of visitors, employees, wildlife, and protects the organization’s property. This position reports to the Security Supervisor/Manager.

• Provides a positive security presence to promote a safe, inclusive, and family-friendly environment.
• Responds to and supports calls for medical assistance/emergency situations and works at dispatch center as needed.
• Conducts investigations and prepares accurate and thorough reports that may be subpoenaed in a court of law.
• Responds to guest issues including: guest disagreements, disorderly conduct, lost child/person, etc.
• Responds to emergency situations including: fire, power outage, inclement weather, evacuations, wildlife escapes.
• Assists guests and staff and provides information as necessary.
• Transports and provides escort of money and securing vaults.

A motivated team player who is outgoing and feels comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with strong interpersonal and communication skills. Experience in security, law enforcement or related field is strongly desired. Must be at least 18 years of age. This position requires successful completion of a physical ability test.

• One year of experience or equivalent specialized training/knowledge in security, law enforcement or related field.
• Experience in a zoo, theme park, or related facility desired.

• California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) Guard Card
• First Aid within 30 Days
• Adult/Child/Infant CPR with AED within 30 Days
• California driver’s license Upon Hire

• Knowledge of basic security and fire inspection procedures
• Able to observe situations and make decisions with a calm, confident, and collected presence
• Deal tactfully and courteously with the others
• Able to use security-related equipment
• Able to perform basic computer functions
• Works well within a team and individually
• Able to effectively communicate (verbal and written)
• Able to operate motorized equipment and vehicles
• Able to maintain confidentiality and follow proper chain of command
• Knowledge of laws, codes, regulations, and specifications

• Free admission to the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park
• Family Passes
• Complimentary Tickets
• Free Parking at the San Diego Zoo & San Diego Zoo Safari Park
• Local and In-House Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program

• Position Type:
  Hourly Part-Time Non-Exempt Position