Security Officer - Days (Includes Weekends)

Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading zoo as a Security Officer, ensuring the safety of guests, employees, and animals. This part-time role requires general security experience and a high school diploma. Responsibilities include patrolling the grounds and responding to emergencies.

Qualifications

• General security experience required.
• High School diploma or equivalent education.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety of employees, guests, and animals.
• Inspect safety conditions and report issues.
• Provide first aid and call emergency services.

Skills

General security experience

Education

High School diploma or G.E.D.

Job description

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Job Description

Join our team as a Security Officer and be the protector of the zoo! Ensure the safety of our employees, guests, and animals around the clock. Be ready to assist in medical emergencies and keep our zoo secure and peaceful.

Details

• Employment Status: Part-Time
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Pay Rate: $14.48/hr
• Experience Required: General security experience
• Minimum Education: High School diploma or G.E.D. OR equivalent combination of education and experience
• Department: Security
• Direct Supervisor: Security Supervisor
• Work Location: Zoo setting both indoors and outdoors
• Certification: Valid Oklahoma driver’s license within 30 days of hire and pass driver’s history check
• Other: Safety sensitive position, subject to background checks, drug testing, and TB tests

Job Summary

The Security Officer ensures the Zoo's security 24/7 and the safety of employees, guests, and animals. May provide medical assistance as needed.

Essential Duties

• Inspect safety conditions and report issues
• Check building temperatures and perimeter security
• Escort vehicles and respond to medical emergencies
• Provide first aid and call emergency services
• Patrol grounds, interact with guests, and provide crowd control
• Handle lost articles and respond to emergencies
• Maintain logs and records
• Train in firearm use and monitor zoo events

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Security, Management, Other
• Industries: Museums, Zoos, Historical Sites