Security Officer - Seasonal Full-time

Chicago Botanic Garden; Glencoe (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chicago Botanic Garden is seeking a Security Officer for a seasonal full-time position. This role involves ensuring the safety of visitors and staff, conducting patrols, and responding to emergencies. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and experience in security, along with strong communication skills. Join a unique environment where you can support the mission of enriching life through plants.

Qualifications

• At least one year of security or similar experience preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to successfully complete First Aid and CPR training.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the safety of visitors, employees, and property.
• Provide emergency first aid to employees and visitors.
• Prepare accurate reports of incidents.

Skills

Communication

Emergency Response

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Base pay range

$18.00/hr - $21.15/hr

Title: Security Officer

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Department: Security

Reports to: Supervisor, Security

Seasonal Seasonal Full-time, approximately 8 months

Seasonal Full-time employees with a six or more month assignment and scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week are eligible for the following Benefits: :

2025 Chicago Botanic Garden Benefit Guide JP - Seasonal Full-time

Compensation Philosophy

At the Chicago Botanic Garden, our compensation philosophy is rooted in our core values: Growth, Understanding, Resilience, and Trust through Transparency. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and appreciated.

Our objective is to create compensation and growth opportunities for our employees that are highly competitive, internally equitable and transparent. The foundation of our efforts is a straightforward approach that can be easily communicated by managers with defined pay ranges for all positions. When posting job openings, we share the minimum salary up to the budgeted amount.

The starting salary for new staff members is determined by considering the salary range assigned to the position and by reviewing the candidate’s qualifications for the job as compared with job responsibilities. Prior work experience should be considered in determining the salary offer, provided that it is relevant to the job. Additional factors such as secondary language proficiency or advanced degrees that enhance performance may also be considered. A candidate’s salary may exceed the minimum amount based on factors such as experience, additional skills (e.g., secondary language proficiency), or pertinent degrees that enhance the individual’s contribution to the role but are not required. Opportunities for increased compensation are provided through referral bonuses, shift differentials, Thank You Pay, promotions, and periodic pay increases based on the Garden's overall performance and financial budgets.

Our total compensation and benefits package is people centric. We prioritize employee wellness across three pillars: physical, mental, and financial. Our goal is to offer innovative total rewards that support continuous professional growth, personal development, and provide the flexibility needed to balance personal and professional commitments.

Position Overview

A Security Officer at the Chicago Botanic Garden serves the visitors, members, and staff by maintaining the safety and security of the property, personnel, and collections of the Chicago Botanic Garden. This is accomplished through a combination of driving patrols, foot patrols, emergency response, standing guard duty, observation, reporting, and working closely with local law enforcement and emergency response personnel. Flexible schedule to cover weekdays/weekends. We are looking for coverage for the day shift, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Duties And Responsibilities

In the Security Officer role you will be responsible for the following:

• Maintain the safety of visitors, employees, and property at the Garden while enforcing Garden rules and regulations.
• Provide information and assistance to the visitor in a pleasant, professional manner.
• Work closely with Visitor Services to provide the best information and service for the visitor.
• Maintain valid certification in CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation), the use of AEDs, and Standard First Aid through Garden-provided training.
• Provide emergency first aid to employees and visitors.
• Prepare accurate and clear reports of accidents, illness, theft, vandalism, or any other unusual occurrences with immediate notification to Security Management.
• Perform responsibilities specific to each post as assigned: Gatehouse, West Gate, Dundee Gate, Education Center, Front of Gateway, Information Desk, Japanese Garden, Evening Island, Fruit & Vegetable Garden, etc.
• Perform patrols including all buildings, islands, gardens, and other Garden property. Control traffic whenever needed.
• Make appropriate Security Department vehicle operating and safety checks.
• Pick up and deliver people and materials as needed.
• Assist Security Management in other areas as directed.
  
  

Qualifications

Our ideal candidate will have the following:

• At least one year of security or similar experience preferred
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to successfully complete First Aid and CPR training
• Valid driver’s license insurable by the Chicago Horticultural Society
• In addition to English, ability to speak and understand one or more other languages preferred
• Ability to use computers/email proficiently
  
  

Physical Demands

Ability to lift and carry 25 pounds. Frequent driving, walking, standing. Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Why Apply?

Come work in a setting that is like no other as you support our mission: We cultivate the power of plants to sustain and enrich life. Take the first step toward being one of the employees who make the Garden one of the treasures of the Forest Preserves of Cook County. Apply today. Please note that applicants who do not meet the required qualifications will not be considered.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or basis of disability, or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications required of personnel so classified.

In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, Chicago Botanic Garden does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its programs or activities, including in employment or admissions. Please call [phone] to contact our Title IX Coordinator should you have questions or concerns. Please do not call this number to inquire about job postings or the status of your application, or with solicitations from companies or third-party recruiters.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other, Information Technology, and Management

• Industries

  Zoos and Botanical Gardens

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