Security Officer — Aquarium Guest Safety

The Living Planet Aquarium; Draper (UT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and 12 holidays per year

401(k) with match

Job summary

The Living Planet Aquarium is hiring a Security Officer to help maintain a safe environment for guests and staff in Draper, Utah. You will respond to medical emergencies, monitor CCTV, and patrol the premises to deter security risks.

The role requires flexibility to cover days, evenings, overnights, weekends and holidays. You will interact with guests, de-escalate conflicts, perform safety checks, and complete incident reports.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; background check and pre-employment screenings required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to operate CCTV, access-control, alarm, radio and other security systems.
• Willingness to complete security, safety and emergency-response training.
• Flexible schedule including evenings, overnights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Respond to medical emergencies with appropriate First Aid and CPR within certification scope.
• Answer guest questions and provide Aquarium operating information.
• Provide crowd management and security control as needed.
• Mitigate safety hazards and complete daily activity logs and incident reports.
• Attend ongoing security training to enhance qualifications.
• Operate CCTV surveillance and conduct regular patrols of Aquarium property.
• Escort VIPs and cash as required; adapt to special assignments.
• Collaborate with team to maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Flexibility in schedule

Ability to work independently

Team collaboration

Calm under pressure

Guest interaction and de-escalation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CCTV systems

Access control

Alarm systems

Security technology

Job description

The Living Planet Aquarium is hiring a Security Officer to help maintain a safe environment for guests and staff in Draper, Utah. You will respond to medical emergencies, monitor CCTV, and patrol the premises to deter security risks.

The role requires flexibility to cover days, evenings, overnights, weekends and holidays. You will interact with guests, de-escalate conflicts, perform safety checks, and complete incident reports.