Security Sergeant - Full-Time

Saint Louis Zoo; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Saint Louis Zoo seeks a Security Sergeant to oversee daily security operations, supervise staff, and protect employees, guests, property, and assets. This working supervisor role provides leadership, training, and support while maintaining a professional, safety-conscious environment.

Responsibilities include leading security personnel, ensuring compliance with policies, responding to incidents, and communicating with management and responders.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in a supervisor position preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to make quick, effective decisions in emergency and non-emergency situations.
• Proficiency in the safe handling and operation of firearms.
• Ability to successfully qualify with the organization's standard-issued firearm on a regular basis.
• Ability to protect oneself and others when situations require intervention.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, lead, and direct assigned security personnel during daily operations.
• Promote a positive, professional, and safety-focused work environment.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, procedures, and security protocols.
• Respond to incidents, emergencies, and security concerns in a timely and effective manner.
• Make sound and decisive judgments in stressful or rapidly changing situations.
• Communicate effectively with employees, guests, management, and emergency responders.
• Assist with deliveries and transportation of packages and materials as needed.
• Lead by example through professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to safety.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Communication

Emergency decision-making

Firearms handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience in a supervisor position

Demonstrated leadership abilities and strong interpersonal skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to make quick, effective decisions in emergency and non-emergency situations

Ability to protect oneself and others when situations require intervention

Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment

Job description

Directly Reports to: Lieutenant of Security Department: Security Classification: Exempt Starting Salary: $46,893 annually

Position Summary

The Security Sergeant is responsible for overseeing daily security operations, supervising security staff, and ensuring the safety and security of employees, guests, property, and assets. This position serves as a working supervisor, providing leadership, guidance, training, and support to security personnel while maintaining a professional and positive work environment. The Security Sergeant must be capable of responding to emergencies, making sound decisions under pressure, and performing physical security duties as required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, lead, and direct assigned security personnel during daily operations.
• Promote a positive, professional, and safety-focused work environment.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, procedures, and security protocols.
• Respond to incidents, emergencies, and security concerns in a timely and effective manner.
• Make sound and decisive judgments in stressful or rapidly changing situations.
• Communicate effectively with employees, guests, management, and emergency responders.
• Assist with deliveries and transportation of packages and materials as needed.
• Lead by example through professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in a supervisor position preferred
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to make quick, effective decisions in emergency and non-emergency situations.
• Proficiency in the safe handling and operation of firearms.
• Ability to successfully qualify with the organization's standard-issued firearm on a regular basis.
• Ability to protect oneself and others when situations require intervention.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.

All successful candidates for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check and a drug test. As this is a safety-sensitive role, a negative drug test result is mandatory. The drug test screens for five substances, including marijuana.

Physical Requirements

• Able to work in differing weather conditions (extreme hot and cold)
• Able to deliver packages and pick up and carry up to 25 pounds or more
• Able to walk, stand or be on your feet for extended periods of time
• Be able to protect yourself, and others should the need arise

Work Schedule

• Able to work different shifts, rotating shifts

About the Saint Louis Zoo

The world-renowned Saint Louis Zoo is dedicated to saving species and bringing people and wildlife together. The Saint Louis Zoo cares for approximately 12,000 animals, many of which are endangered, and is dedicated to local and global conservation to save wildlife. Learn more at: https://stlzoo.org/

About St. Louis, Mo

From Explore St. Louis: "Urban explorer, outdoor adventurer, aficionado of family fun - no matter your travel persona, you'll find plenty to do in St. Louis. The city is brimming with free, world-class attractions and boasts an arts-and-culture scene that's second to none. Plus, fans of fresh air will be surprised and delighted by our flourishing public parks, miles of trails and exhilarating waterways. Sprinkle in a bit of our secret sauce - the warmth and hospitality of the residents - and you'll discover that St. Louis dishes up undeniably epic travel experiences. Don't take our word for it, though. Come and see for yourself." Learn more at https://explorestlouis.com/

Equal Opportunity Employer

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