Safety Officer

Brookgreen Gardens; Murrells Inlet (SC); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Life and disability coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Employee assistance program

Nine paid holidays

Up to three weeks PTO

Complimentary membership for you and a

Job summary

Brookgreen Gardens is seeking a 1st Shift Safety Officer in Murrells Inlet, SC to oversee safety for guests, volunteers, and staff across the grounds and buildings. You will walk the gardens, monitor hazards, and maintain a calm, capable presence during events.

Responsibilities include patrolling outdoor areas, overseeing safety systems, and assisting with basic first aid and weather procedures. Schedule is 6am–2pm, 37.5 hours/week, starting at $14.00/hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid SC driver's license (if applicable).
• CPR/First Aid certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).
• Comfortable working outdoors and around wildlife, including reptiles.
• Ability to lift 60 lbs and pass a background check/drug screening.
• Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and evening events.

Responsibilities

• Walk the gardens and public areas, watching for safety hazards and responding to guest or staff concerns
• Serve as a visible, reassuring presence for the safety of staff, volunteers, and guests
• Provide extra coverage and support during special events like Summer Light and Nights of a Thousand Candles
• Monitor safety and security systems (CCTV, radios, alarms) and provide desk coverage as assigned
• Confirm buildings and assets are secure during and after shift
• Inspect safety equipment (fire extinguishers, AEDs, exit lights) and address trip hazards
• Administer basic first aid/CPR when needed
• Support weather protocols and evacuation procedures
• Complete incident reports and required training

Skills

Public safety awareness

First Aid/CPR certification

Outdoor resilience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CCTV

Radios

Alarms

Job description

Schedule: Full-time | First Shift 6am - 2pm | 37.5 hrs/week | Starting @ $14.00/hour

About the Role

Brookgreen Gardens is a National Historic Landmark unlike anywhere else you'll work, centuries-old sculpture, oak allées, wildlife, and a living collection spread across a truly spectacular property. As a 1st Shift Safety Officer, your focus is the safety and security of everyone on those grounds. You'll walk the gardens, keep an eye out for hazards, help keep buildings and assets secure, and be the calm, capable presence guests, volunteers, and fellow staff can count on when something needs attention.

This role also plays a key part during our signature evening events, including Summer Light and Nights of a Thousand Candles, when the gardens are at their busiest and most magical.

What You'll Do

• Walk the gardens and public areas, watching for safety hazards and responding to guest or staff concerns
• Serve as a visible, reassuring presence for the safety of staff, volunteers, and guests
• Provide extra coverage and support during special events like Summer Light and Nights of a Thousand Candles
• Monitor safety and security systems (CCTV, radios, alarms) and provide desk coverage as assigned
• Confirm buildings and assets are secure during and after shift
• Inspect safety equipment (fire extinguishers, AEDs, exit lights) and address trip hazards
• Administer basic first aid/CPR when needed
• Support weather protocols and evacuation procedures
• Complete incident reports and required training

What You'll Need

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid SC driver's license
• CPR/First Aid certification (or ability to obtain upon hire)
• Comfortable working outdoors and around wildlife, including reptiles
• Able to lift 60 lbs and pass a background check/drug screening
• Flexible to work weekends, holidays, and evening special events

Why Brookgreen

• medical, life, and disability coverage
• a 403(b) retirement plan
• employee assistance program
• nine paid holidays
• up to three weeks PTO
• complimentary membership for you and your household
• discounts on tickets, dining, and the Keepsakes gift shop

Pre-employment screening, including a drug screen and background check, is required upon hire.

Brookgreen Gardens is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment which is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation because of age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed service member status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.