Security Officer (Seasonal, Sesame Place Chula Vista)

United Parks & Resorts; Chula Vista (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

FREE park admission

Discounts on park tickets for family &

Park discounts on food & merchandise

Scholarship opportunities

Exclusive employee events & giveaways

Job summary

Sesame Place is seeking enthusiastic Ambassadors for a seasonal security role in California. You will help maintain a safe environment, inspect bags, monitor entrances, and respond to emergencies while supporting crowd control and traffic management.

The position requires 18+ years, a high school diploma, and security credentials (Guard Card, CPR/First Aid). Shift flexibility includes nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification or ability to obtain.
• California Guard Card required.
• Valid driver's license may be preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide guests and team members with a safe and secure environment.
• Practice safe work habits and use of personal protective equipment.
• Inspect all bags to prevent contraband from entering the park.
• Monitor all vehicles and employees entering and exiting the park.
• Check IDs and control traffic for pedestrians and vehicles.
• Respond to emergencies and provide aid as needed.
• Maintain order in large crowds and assist with traffic management.
• Serve as Park Dispatcher, Communications Center, and EOC Officer.
• Work as Security Lead Officer or Officer in Charge in absence of supervisor.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Crowd management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR/AED and First Aid certification

Guard Card

Job description

SEASONAL POSITION 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! This is a seasonal role

What you get to do:

• 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.
• California issued Guard Card Required
• Valid Driver's License Required
• 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
• Weekend Availability required
• Preferred Friday Availability

Availability and Hours: This is a seasonal role You may be scheduled up to 40 hours. Hours scheduled may vary based on business need The Sesame Place season runs from March 2026 through Labor Day 2026, with onboarding and all required training to be completed prior to the start of the season. During the non-peak season, must be available both Saturday & Sunday During the peak season (i.e. Spring Break & Summer), you must have 5 days of unrestricted availability, to include the weekends You must be able to work varied schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays Hours vary based on business need

Compensation:

20.00 USD per hour Starting Base Pay:

The perks of the position:

• 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.

United Parks & Resorts is a world-renowned leader in the themed-park and entertainment industry. Our success is built on a passion for caring for animals and a dedication to delivering positive, memorable experiences to people from around the world. We’re also committed to helping ambitious people achieve their professional best. We’re always seeking exceptionally skilled and knowledgeable individuals for a variety of roles throughout our organization.