Security Officer - Day Shift

Toledo Zoo; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

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Job summary

The Toledo Zoo & Aquarium is seeking a Part-Time Security Officer for the day shift. The role supports safeguarding guests, staff, animals and zoo assets by monitoring systems, handling service calls, conducting patrols, and assisting with special events.

You will perform foot, bike, and mobile patrols, secure the premises through lock-ups and escorts, and maintain accurate security records. The position is non-exempt, part-time and reports to the Vice President of Security and Safety.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
• Strong communication and exceptional customer service skills.
• Able to work weekends, holidays and special events.
• Must be at least 18 years old and have a valid driver’s license.
• Drug-free workplace policy adherence.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security systems and respond to service calls.
• Conduct foot, mobile, and bike patrols to assist guests and staff.
• Secure the zoo through lock-ups and escorts and medical runs; maintain records.
• Assist with special events and report to Security leadership.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer service

Teamwork

Proactive

Education

Criminal justice background

Fire science background

Military background

Job description

Part- Time Security Officer

Day Shift

Toledo Zoo & Aquarium

The Toledo Zoo & Aquarium has been educating, inspiring, and providing enjoyment to our community for over 100 years. Come and be a part of an organization where you can work and have fun at the same time. Our Security department is currently seeking a Part Time Security Officer who is passionate about learning new things and giving our guests the best possible experience. In order to reach our goals at The Toledo Zoo & Aquarium, we need great people who believe in and will strive to achieve our goals and objectives.

We are currently seeking a day shift security officer. The Toledo Zoo’s security team plays a critical role in safeguarding the property, guests, staff, animals and zoo assets. This role includes monitoring vital systems, responding to service calls, conducting patrols, and assisting with special events. From monitoring air and water temperatures at exhibits to overseeing surveillance systems and fire suppression alarms. Officers will conduct foot, mobile, and bike patrols to assist guests and staff. Additional duties include securing the zoo through lock-ups, cash escorts and medical runs while maintaining accurate security records.

This position reports to the Vice President of Security and Safety with general oversight by the Security Supervisor. This position is non-exempt part‑time position under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

The Toledo Zoo is looking for applicants who are:

• Enthusiastic
• Engaging
• Motivated
• Proactive
• Committed
• Customer Service Driven

Minimum Training & Qualifications:

• Must be able to work independently and in a team setting.
• Must possess strong communication and exceptional customer service skills. Bike patrol, mobile patrol, and dispatch opportunities.
• Candidates with criminal justice, fire science, and military background are preferred.
• Available to work weekends, holidays, and special events.
• Candidates must be physically able to walk for extended periods.
• Must have a valid drivers’ license and insurable by the fleet insurance carrier.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• The Toledo Zoo is a drug‑free workplace, including marijuana.

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The Toledo Zoo is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, creed, genetic information, sex, age, national origin, disability, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.