Security Officer | Graveyard | Part-Time | Sesame Place San Diego

SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free park admission

Discounts on park tickets and passes

Park discounts on food and merchandise

Scholarship opportunities

Exclusive employee events

Job summary

SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment's Sesame Place is seeking enthusiastic Ambassadors to help maintain guest safety, security and satisfaction while delivering a fun, memorable park experience. In this role you will cover graveyard shifts eligible for night differential, inspect bags, monitor entrances, assist with traffic control, respond to emergencies, and act as dispatcher when needed.

Requirements include 18+, high school diploma, CPR/AED/First Aid certification or ability to obtain, a valid

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification or ability to obtain them.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain guest safety, security and satisfaction during shifts.
• Inspect bags and monitor park entrances to prevent contraband.
• Perform security duties including patrols and traffic control.
• Respond to emergencies and provide aid as needed.
• Serve as dispatcher and assist as Officer in Charge when required.
• Lead security operations during on-site supervision absence.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Calm under pressure

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join us at Sesame Place and help bring joy, excitement, and lasting memories to people from around the world. We're seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard-working individuals to become our Ambassadors. Come and play an important part on our incredible team today!

What You Get To Do

In this role, you will ensure the highest level of guest safety, security and satisfaction. You will serve in a number of key roles providing the professional demeanor and reassuring presence that gives guests and ambassadors peace of mind and enhances their overall park experience. Specifically, you will:

• Primary work "Graveyard" shifts that are eligible for night time differential.
• Provide guests and team members with safe and secure environment
• Practice safe work habits, including the use of personal protective equipment
• Work security checkpoints
• Complete general security tasks
• Inspect all bags to prevent the introduction of contraband into the park
• Monitor all vehicles and employees entering and exiting the park
• Check ID cards and control vehicle and pedestrian traffic
• Complete security lockdowns after operating hours
• Perform routine foot and vehicle patrols
• Respond and provide aid for emergency situations
• Maintain order in large crowds and perform traffic control
• Testify in court when necessary
• Serve as the Park Dispatcher, Communications Center, and Emergency Operations Center Officer
• Work as Security Lead Officer or Officer in Charge (OIC) in the absence of an on-site supervisor

What It Takes To Succeed

• At least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• American Red Cross CPR/AED and First Aid certification or able to obtain them
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal and multi-tasking skills
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Ability to maintain calm and order in high-pressure situations
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Ability to work with large crowds in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to stand and walk for entire shift

Compensation: $20.00 / per hour

Starting Base Pay

The perks of the position: Ambassadors will enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment, and great teammates, as well as:

• FREE park admission
• Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends
• Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc.
• Scholarship opportunities
• Exclusive employee events and giveaways

EEO Employer

SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.