Security Officer I - Part Time - San Diego Zoo Safari Park
Company: Zoological Society of San Diego
Location: Escondido
Posted on: January 24, 2023
Job Description:
Security Officer I - Part Time - San Diego Zoo Safari Park15600
San Pasqual Valley Rd, Escondido, CA 92027, USA Req #2202 Tuesday,
January 17, 2023San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a nonprofit
international conservation leader, committed to inspiring a passion
for nature and creating a world where all life thrives. Empowering
people from around the globe to support our mission to conserve
wildlife through innovation and partnerships, we support
cutting-edge conservation, and bring the stories of our work back
to our two world-famous front doors the San Diego Zoo and San Diego
Zoo Safari Park giving millions of guests, in person and virtually,
the opportunity to experience conservation in action. The deep and
extensive knowledge gained from more than a century of experience
in wildlife care, health, veterinary services, nutrition and
conservation makes us invaluable in the global effort to save
species. Our team members play a crucial role in driving our
conservation efforts forward and bringing us closer to a world
where all life thrives. 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. WHAT YOU WILL DO
- 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 work 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.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR 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.
- JOB EXPERIENCE
- Experience or equivalent specialized training/knowledge in
security, law enforcement or related field.
- Experience in a zoo, theme park, or related facility
desired
- EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
- California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS)
Guard Card
- Non-Lethal Chemical Agents (OC Spray) Permit within 30
Days
- First Aid within 30 Days
- Adult/Child/Infant CPR with AED within 30 Days
- California driver's license Upon Hire
- SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
- 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 SOME
OF THE PERKS YOU WILL ENJOY AS A TEAM MEMBER
- Free admission to the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo
Safari Park
- Family Passes
- Complimentary Tickets
- Local and In-House Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Program IMPORTANT DETAILS
- Location: Escondido, CA
- Duration: Regular Part-Time Hourly Non-Exempt Position
- Hourly Wage: $20.00 Be an ally for wildlife by joining our
team! At San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, we thrive on celebrating
our differences. Diversity is vital for the benefit of our team
members, our guests, our community, and our wildlife. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion,
national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally
protected status. If you require a reasonable accommodation to
complete an application, please email your request to
sdzwacareers@sdzwa.org and provide the job title and location to
which you are applying. As a Federal Contractor, San Diego Zoo
Wildlife Alliance is required to participate in the E-Verify
Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States. San
Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a drug free workplace Apply Now
- 15600 San Pasqual Valley Rd, Escondido, CA 92027, USA
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