What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Security Coordinator position at Binder Park Zoo?
SECURITY COORDINATOR (SEASONAL)
Mission Statement: Connect. Inspire. Conserve. Connect people with nature. Inspire them to conserve.
Mission Statement: Connect. Inspire. Conserve. Connect people with nature. Inspire them to conserve.
REPORTS TO: Safety and Security Coordinator and / or Director of Operations
SEASONAL OR NON-SEASONAL: Seasonal, Non-benefited
FLSA STATUS: Hourly, Non-Exempt
POSITION SUMMARY: Provides exceptional customer service to guests and assists in security, emergency procedures, and staff emergency preparedness.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
SEASONAL OR NON-SEASONAL: Seasonal, Non-benefited
FLSA STATUS: Hourly, Non-Exempt
POSITION SUMMARY: Provides exceptional customer service to guests and assists in security, emergency procedures, and staff emergency preparedness.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- Prior emergency responder and safety experience preferred.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Ability to predict and solve problems quickly and efficiently.
- Relate positively with diverse groups of people, including guests, staff, volunteers and vendors.
- Must have a strong work ethic and be detail oriented.
- Must be able to adapt to changing assignments, environment and maintain a positive attitude.
- Ability to work independently and to plan, organize and handle multiple tasks as necessary.
- Must maintain an open availability and be able to work up to 36 hours a week including evenings, weekends and holidays.
- Basic math and general computer skills are necessary.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintain an in-depth knowledge of the zoo’s current and future entry points.
- Acts as liaison with emergency personnel including law enforcement, fire, EMT, etc. when necessary.
- Assist as needed with employee onboarding in regards to necessary safety trainings.
- Assisting with safety drills as needed.
- Assists staff and guests in times of medical/safety emergencies
- Maintains thorough and accurate accident and incident reports as needed.
- Assist documenting all safety drills and recommending corrective action and/or additional trainings, if necessary.
- Monitoring all BPZ facilities for general safety hazards and recommending corrective action.
- Assist in performing fire extinguisher training.
- Assist other staff in performing maintenance, grounds, and guest services duties.
- Assist Guest Service Coordinator with opening and closing of zoo including, but not limited to: clearing park of guests, transportation of supplies, securing grounds.
- Assist with event set-up and takedown, including security during events.
- Have a thorough knowledge of BPZ policies related to security, emergencies, loss prevention, etc.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ensuring compliance with all Binder Park Zoo policies and procedures.
- Participating and assisting in team-oriented zoo projects as needed.
- Maintains strict confidentiality.
- Be familiar with Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) safety standards.
- Management reserves the right to train and direct the workload as needed.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: N/A
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including rotating evenings, weekends and holidays.
- Ability to walk for long distances frequently throughout the day.
- Ability to sit, stand, bend, lift and move intermittently.
- Ability to read, speak and write English in order to fulfill job functions in an understandable way.
- Ability to work in all weather conditions.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs.