Overnight Security & Facilities Operations Officer

Seattle Aquarium; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Employer-funded HRA

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Long-term disability

403b retirement with employer match

ORCA pass

Family Plus membership

Paid time off

Job summary

The Seattle Aquarium is seeking an Overnight Operations and Security Officer to safeguard facilities, guests and staff during the overnight shift. You will monitor life support systems, conduct nightly rounds, respond to emergencies, and document incidents while maintaining a calm, service-focused presence.

Responsibilities include patrols of campus and adjacent areas, coordination with Security Supervisor, and escalation of issues.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years security experience.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Ability to convey information effectively.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work independently.
• Demonstrates understanding of the Aquarium’s Mission and Values, including Regenerative and Equity work.
• Multilingual and multicultural communication skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide quick, confident responses to radio calls related to security.
• Patrol indoor and outdoor areas, including Market Square office.
• Monitor life support gauges and alarms for habitat systems.
• Inspect equipment like skimmer boxes and pumps during rounds.
• Assist with emergencies, basic first aid, and notify engineers.
• DRAFT daily activity and incident reports.
• Interact with staff, volunteers, and vendors delivering customer service.
• Run missing child procedures and de-escalate difficult interactions.
• Provide crowd control under supervision and support city police when needed.
• Uphold SALIS H values and participate in DEI initiatives.

Skills

Security experience

Customer service

Communication

Follow instructions

Independence

Mission & values

Multilingual

Job description

The Seattle Aquarium is seeking an Overnight Operations and Security Officer to safeguard facilities, guests and staff during the overnight shift. You will monitor life support systems, conduct nightly rounds, respond to emergencies, and document incidents while maintaining a calm, service-focused presence.

Responsibilities include patrols of campus and adjacent areas, coordination with Security Supervisor, and escalation of issues.