Adventureland Park 2027 - Security Agent (Nights)

0911 Festival Fun Parks, LLC; Adventureland (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventureland Park is seeking a Security Agent for night shifts. You will enforce park rules, monitor assets, and respond to emergencies with calm, professional judgment. Candidates should have a High School diploma or GED and preferably 1+ year of security experience.

Bilingual skills are a plus and the role requires flexible scheduling including nights and weekends. The position emphasizes customer service, vigilance, and effective communication across departments to maintain a safe

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent; Equivalent work experience will also be considered
• 1+ year of previous security or related experience highly desired
• Language: Fluent English; Spanish or other bilingual skills are a plus

Responsibilities

• Enforce all Park rules and regulations
• Monitor Park assets to ensure safety of guests and employees
• Maintain vigilance while park is operating and communicate issues to departments or leadership
• Conduct bag checks to prevent prohibited items from entering the park
• Maintain compliance with policies to create a safe environment for colleagues and guests
• Monitor guest safety and report conflicts to supervisors on duty
• Handle emergencies calmly and take control of tense situations
• Manage crowd control during emergencies
• Monitor guest behavior to prevent escalation
• Communicate clearly with park departments
• Answer calls and provide helpful information to staff and the public
• Assist in safety prevention, including responding to safety calls and alarms
• Operate security systems and monitor reports of irregular conditions

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Calm under pressure

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Our story began 75 years ago when the Herschend family discovered wonder deep in an Ozark Mountain cave-and chose to share it with the world. Today, Herschend is the largest family-held themed attractions company, with over 40 leading attractions and immersive experiences that reach audiences worldwide.

While each brand offers something unique, all are united by a shared purpose: Bringing Families Closer Together by Creating Memories Worth Repeating® . Our passionate hosts make this purpose possible through everyday acts of love and service-what we call Heartspitality®-the intersection of heart and hospitality.

As an equal-opportunity employer, we strive to provide environments where every host, guest, and partner feel welcome, valued, and loved. We firmly believe that words and actions matter, which is why all individuals are to be treated equally and with respect.

Security Agents are responsible for maintaining a safe environment for guests and employees. The perfect candidate should have an eye for detail, a knack for problem-solving, and an ability to remain calm in stressful situations.

We are currently looking for a:

Adventureland Park 2027 - Security Agent (Nights)

Roles & Responsibilities:

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Enforce all Park rules and regulations
• Monitor Park assets with intent to ensure the safety of all our guests and employees
• Maintain constant vigilance while the park is operating to identify any potential issues or safety concerns; communicate any potential issues to other departments and/or leadership in a timely manner
• Conduct bag checks to prevent prohibited items from entering the park
• Maintain compliance with company and industry best practices, policies, and procedures to create a safe environment for colleagues and guests
• Monitor guest safety and communicate conflicts to supervisors on duty
• Take control of emergency and intense situations while remaining calm
• Professionally manage crowd control during emergency situations
• Continuously monitor guest behaviors and attempt to curtail any potential situations before they escalated further
• Exercise clear and concise communications with all park departments
• Answer phone calls, providing pleasant and helpful phone contact for staff and the public.
• Assist in safety prevention efforts, including responding to all safety calls, fire alarms, and emergencies.
• Utilized electronic card access, closed circuit television, and other audio/visual monitoring systems, monitors and supervises the response to all reports or irregular conditions, including the unauthorized entry of persons or vehicles to protected buildings and areas, breaches of perimeter security or any other suspicious activities occurring on the property.
• All other duties as assigned by leadership

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent; Equivalent work experience will also be considered
• 1+ year of previous security or related experience highly desired

Language: Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English; Spanish or other bilingual language skills are a plus.

Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age to comply with Iowa Child Labor Laws
• Ability to work flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Must be able to work third shift (overnight) if the park security operates on a 24-hour schedule
• Must have reliable transportation to and from your scheduled shift
• Must possess a valid driver's license and a good driving record
• Ability to safely and efficiently operate motorized vehicles and equipment
• Ability to comprehend and carry out verbal and written instructions
• Ability to apply knowledge of security methods, procedures, interviewing, listening, and note-taking techniques for specific situations
• Ability to deal fairly, objectively, and courteously with the public without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, or political beliefs
• Ability to analyze people and/or situations quickly and calmly and take appropriate actions in a quick and effective manner
• Ability to operate a variety of electronic equipment, such as cameras, radios, personal computers, or other communication devices
• Ability to professionally and calmly deal with stressful and/or tense situations
• Ability to collaborate with other team members, external first responders, and emergency personnel during emergency situations
• Must possess exceptional customer service skills, with an ability to resolve questions, problems, issues, and concerns in a positive and professional manner
• Ability to maintain certifications as required by assignment

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, and remain on feet for majority of the workday
• Ability to occasionally stoop, twist, kneel, bend, squat, or reach above shoulders
• Ability to walk, stand, or run on uphill, downhill, or uneven surfaces.
• Ability to remain sedentary for extended periods of time, while using a computer/camera equipment
• Ability to carry, push, pull, lift, and hold objects weighing 30 pounds or more