Security Captain: Lead Park Safety & Events

SeaWorld; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes

Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401K Retirement plan

Voluntary Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Dependent and Health Care Flexible Sp.

Employee Assistance Program

Legal Assistance Plan

Job summary

SeaWorld in San Diego seeks an experienced Security Leader to guide the security team through daily park operations and special events, ensuring a safe environment for guests, ambassadors, employees, and assets.

You will oversee training, documentation, and liaison with local and federal law enforcement, while managing performance and safety initiatives in a fast-paced amusement park setting.

Qualifications

• College degree required or equivalent military, law enforcement or security experience.
• Three (3) years supervisory/management experience in Security, Law Enforcement, Military or related field.
• Experience in Loss Prevention, training, investigative procedures and court system preferred.
• Must have or become CPR/AED and First Aid certified; State license(s) and applicable certification(s) required.
• Must complete OC Spray and Handcuff training and obtain a certification through a class provided by the park.
• Lethal Weapons Training strongly preferred.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as interpersonal skills.
• Must have strong organizational skills and the ability to motivate people.
• Must have comprehensive knowledge of applicable local, state and federal ordinances as it applies to security and law enforcement.
• Must have experience in conducting training on security policies and procedures; general understanding of common safety requirement.
• Must have experience in loss prevention and investigative procedures.
• Must be ability to work rotating shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Must possess basic computer skills
• Must not have received discipline during the previous 12 months resulting in suspension or final counseling

Responsibilities

• Lead all Security team in daily operations and special events
• Provide supervisory coverage in rotation with the leadership team
• Responsible for development and performance management of Security team and adherence to department safety initiatives
• Develop and implement all security training programs
• Ensure all uniformed security officers adhere to park policies and procedures with safe keeping of guests, employees, animal collection and company assets
• Review and evaluate daily security activities and ensure proper and timely documentation and retention of all related records and reports
• Document and disseminate critical information in a timely manner
• Develop and maintain partnership and communication with all levels of outside law enforcement to include local, federal, state law enforcement, judicial system and other security departments within the organization
• Promote a safe environment for guests, ambassadors and company property
• Respond to significant incidents that occur during the shift and provide guidance and leadership to ensure the needs of guests and employees are met to the high standards of the organization
• Consistently practices safe work habits including use of PPE, lifting, driving, and reporting of unsafe situations
• Consistently demonstrates courteous and professional behavior in all work aspects with all team members and guests
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Security leadership

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Training & development

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

College degree

Job description

SeaWorld in San Diego seeks an experienced Security Leader to guide the security team through daily park operations and special events, ensuring a safe environment for guests, ambassadors, employees, and assets.

You will oversee training, documentation, and liaison with local and federal law enforcement, while managing performance and safety initiatives in a fast-paced amusement park setting.