Security Officer, 1st Shift

HCCSTL; St. Louis, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

Paid holidays

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

Missouri Botanical Garden in St. Louis is seeking a full-time, unarmed Security Officer for 1st shift to protect visitors and staff across facilities and grounds.

The role requires patrolling, responding to incidents, operating surveillance, and providing First Aid/CPR/AED when needed. A valid driver's license and ability to pass background checks are required; holidays and outdoor work are part of the schedule.

Qualifications

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience as a security guard; public venue experience preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security officer's licenses within 2 months of hire date.
• Ability to obtain CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications within 2 months of hire and renew annually.
• Excellent time management, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Works with the general public and provides customer service to visitors, volunteers and employees.
• Patrols premises and conducts ground inspections on foot and using Garden vehicles.
• Acts as First Responder to medical emergencies, administers First Aid/CPR/AED as needed.
• Monitors surveillance cameras and HVAC systems.
• Respond to alarms in a timely manner.
• Submits daily activity reports, using computer programs.
• Identifies safety concerns.

Skills

Customer service

Job description

Missouri Botanical Garden, 2345 Tower Grove Ave., St. Louis, Missouri, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Friday, September 4, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Great Opportunity - 1st Shift Security Officer.

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Must have the ability to pass a background screening and motor vehicle report (MVR) to meet minimum insurance underwriting criteria.

Why You’ll Love This Position

The Missouri Botanical Garden is seeking a full-time (Unarmed) Security Officer to join our team. The Security Team helps protect one of the most beautiful and respected Botanic Gardens in the country. In this role, you’ll provide a visible presence while patrolling our buildings, grounds, and parking areas to ensure the safety of all staff, visitors and property, including during large-scale public festivals and events.

This position involves working outdoors in all weather conditions, being comfortable with all seasons. Must be comfortable working on the Garden grounds around the general public, in a safe and friendly manner, answering questions regarding the Garden and its operations. The Garden offers a predictable monthly rotating schedule that provides stability and flexibility. The Garden has security on site 24/7, you will be required to work holidays and eligible to receive a holiday pay rate when working assigned Garden holidays.

The Garden offers a competitive benefit package including, but not limited:

• A Predictable Monthly Rotating Schedule
• Uniform and Security License paid 100% by the Garden
• On-Demand Pay
• Paid Holidays and accrual of paid sick and vacation time, up to 3 weeks of vacation per year.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• A competitive retirement plan with up to a 6% match after one year of service.
• Work-Life Balance

Schedule:

Day to Day Responsibilities

• Works with the general public and provides customer service to visitors, volunteers and employees.
• May act in a dispatch capacity, monitoring emergency management systems and answering the Security Phone Lines.
• Patrols premises and conducts ground inspections on foot and using Garden vehicles.
• Acts as First Responder to medical emergencies, administers First Aid/CPR/AED as needed.
• Detects and reports to supervisor any suspicious activities/actions which may be a threat to employees, visitors, volunteers, Garden property, etc.
• Secures all exits, doors, and windows.
• Monitors surveillance cameras and HVAC systems.
• Respond to alarms in a timely manner.
• Submits daily activity reports, using computer programs.
• Identifies safety concerns.

What You’ll Need For Success

Must have the ability to pass a background screening and motor vehicle report (MVR) to meet minimum insurance underwriting criteria.

• Must have the ability to pass a background screening and motor vehicle report (MVR) to meet minimum insurance underwriting criteria.
• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience as a security guard; public venue experience preferred.
• An equivalent combination of skills, education and experience may be considered
• Good understanding of legal guidelines for area security and public safety.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively write reports, construct emails and business correspondence using correct grammar/sentence structure, spelling, etc.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security officer's licenses (St. Louis City or County) within (2) months of hire date.
• Ability to obtain the following certifications within (2) months of hire date and renew annually is required: American Red Cross CPR, First Aid, and the Garden’s Automatic External Defibrillator (AED).
• Exceptional time management skills, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills required.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively/clearly at all levels; must enjoy and feel comfortable interacting and working in close proximity to general public.
• Ability and willingness to work in varying temperatures and all-weather conditions outdoors and indoors.
• Ability to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

The above statements describe the job’s essential responsibilities and requirements. The requirements and duties listed are representative and not exhaustive of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required.

Missouri Botanical Garden, 2345 Tower Grove Ave., St. Louis, Missouri, United States of America