Security Guard - Glacier National Park

XANTERRA TRAVEL COLLECTION; Columbia Falls (MT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team at a renowned national park as a Security Guard, where your role is crucial in ensuring the safety and security of guests and staff. This seasonal position not only offers a competitive hourly wage but also a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Glacier National Park. Enjoy a supportive work environment that values personal growth and teamwork, while you contribute to memorable experiences for visitors. With benefits such as employee discounts and exciting perks, this is more than just a job—it's an adventure of a lifetime!

Benefits

Free Glacier National Park pass

Free Red Bus Tours

Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts

Planned employee trips and activities

15% Verizon service/products discount

$350 Referral Bonus Program

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age per National Park Service.
• Must possess a U.S. Driver’s License and pass drug test.

Responsibilities

• Patrol property buildings and grounds.
• Ensure safety and security to our guests and associates.
• Identify potential security and safety risks.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Writing Skills

Basic Computer Skills

CPR and AED Training

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Overview

We’re excited to hire and welcome team members to our national park locations! Xanterra Travel Collection is a private company that provides concession services within national parks. All services operated by Xanterra, including lodging, dining, retail, and tour operations, are currently open and continue to operate as planned for the 2025 summer season. Any potential government layoffs within the National Park Service donot impact our positions or job offers.

Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Risk & Loss Preventionteam in Glacier National Park!

At Glacier National Park Lodges, we depend on our team members to be highly motivated, committed, share our vision and work together to attain it, while our work environment encourages responsibility for personal growth and promotes pride in each employee. No matter what your job is, you will be a proud steward of the park and play an essential role in providing warm and friendly hospitality to all our guests.

We’re hiring a Security Guardto Live. Work. Explore. this summer!

Job Summary:
Patrol Xanterra property to ensure the safety and security of guests and staff, identify potential hazards, and collaborate with law enforcement to protect natural resources while responding to emergencies and assisting visitors. Additional responsibilities may include transporting employees to medical facilities and performing other assigned duties.

The Details:
Position Type: Seasonal
Season Dates: May through early-October 2025 (exact dates vary by location)
Pay: $16.95/hr
Schedule: Typical schedule is 40 hours, 5 days per week (may include weekends, evenings, and holidays)

Why Glacier National Park?
We are a welcoming community who work hard, share a real passion for the environment, and enjoy crafting memorable experiences for our guests. As part of the Xanterra Travel Collection, we are an authorized concessionaire in Glacier, and proud stewards of the park.

Life in Glacier:

• Shared Employee housing (dormitory-style or cabin) and on-site employee meals (cafeteria-style)
• Free on-site laundry facility, employee shuttle service, Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth)
• Fast-paced, exciting work environment with plenty of upward mobility and growth opportunities
• Meet people of all ages from all over the country and world
• The adventure of a lifetime!

Benefits:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Learning and Development Program

Perks:

• Free Glacier National Park pass
• Free Red Bus Tours (if available)
• Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts
• Planned employee trips and activities
• 15% Verizon service/products discount
• $350 Referral Bonus Program

Responsibilities

• Patrol property buildings and grounds.
• Ensure safety and security to our guests and to our associates.
• Identify potential security and safety risks or hazards.
• Work closely with National Park Services Law Enforcement.
• Prevents losses and damage by reporting irregularities.
• May be required to drive employees to the clinic in a Xanterra vehicle.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must have strong and effective verbal communication and writing skills.
• Must be at least 21 years of age per National Park Service.
• Must possess a U.S. Driver’s License, pass pre-employment drug test, and comply with Xanterra Driver Safety Program and Policy.
• Have basic computer skills including Microsoft Word & Outlook.
• Emergency background is appreciated, but not required.
• All Security staff will be trained in CPR and AED.

Physical Requirements include:

• Must be able to work variety of shifts: day, evening, and graveyard.
• Must be able to work continuously up to ten hours or more
• Must be able to work a rotation schedule.
• Requires frequent standing and walking up to ten hours.
• Requires occasional climbing, sitting, stopping, bending and/or kneeling.
• Must be able to lift/carry up to 25 pounds on a frequent basis.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds infrequently (e.g. assist emergency medical personnel if needed).

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.