Aquarium Security Officer — Protect Guests & Respond to Crises

Living Planet Aquarium; Draper (UT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) with match

Free Aquarium membership

Job summary

Loveland Living Planet Aquarium seeks a vigilant Security Officer to safeguard guests and staff while upholding a high standard of professional conduct. You will monitor access, respond to incidents, and assist with crowd management in a busy, family-friendly environment.

The role requires a high school diploma, ability to obtain CPR/First Aid, and flexibility to work weekends and evenings. Training and benefits are provided to support a secure, welcoming facility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to pass criminal background investigation and pre-employment screenings.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer proficiency including email, reporting, and security systems.
• Ability to operate CCTV, access-control, alarm, radio systems.
• Complete required security, safety, and emergency-response training.
• Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Respond to medical emergencies with first aid and CPR within trained scope.
• Answer guest questions and provide Aquarium operating information.
• Provide crowd management and security as needed.
• Identify safety hazards and mitigate them promptly.
• Complete daily activity logs and incident reports.
• Defuse potentially hostile situations and maintain calm demeanor.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

CCTV operation

Security systems

De-escalation

Crowd management

Crisis intervention

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CPR/AED/First Aid certification

Background check

Job description

Loveland Living Planet Aquarium seeks a vigilant Security Officer to safeguard guests and staff while upholding a high standard of professional conduct. You will monitor access, respond to incidents, and assist with crowd management in a busy, family-friendly environment.

The role requires a high school diploma, ability to obtain CPR/First Aid, and flexibility to work weekends and evenings. Training and benefits are provided to support a secure, welcoming facility.