Security Officer | Seasonal | SeaWorld San Diego
About this role
SEASONAL POSITION
At SeaWorld, we're passionate about caring for animals. In fact, we've already rescued over 40,000 animals (and counting!). And we can save you from being stuck in just another job. Join us 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. Join us and play an important part on our incredible team!
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:
- 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 Preferred
- 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
Compensation: 20.00 per hour
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, GENDER, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.
Company at a glance
United Parks & Resorts Inc. (NYSE: PRKS) is a leading theme park and entertainment company with a world-class portfolio of seven brands across 13 parks in the United States and Abu Dhabi. The Company’s award-winning portfolio of iconic brands includes SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, Discovery Cove, Sesame Place, Water Country USA, Adventure Island, and Aquatica.
Our portfolio offers experiences for guests of all ages to enjoy exhilarating thrill and family-friendly rides and coasters, inspiring up-close encounters and educational presentations with wildlife, and exciting shows, concerts, and live performances.
We are committed to wildlife conservation globally, and all three SeaWorld parks, plus Discovery Cove and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, are accredited members of the AZA, one of the world’s foremost professional zoological organizations. Our parks serve as one of the largest marine animal rescue organizations in the world, actively participate in endangered species survival programs, and make significant contributions to science through field research and the study of animals in our care.
Website: www.UnitedParks.com
Top Benefits
- Free park admission
- Discounts on park admission tickets
- Discounts on food
- Discounts on merchandise
- Scholarship opportunities
- Exclusive employee events
- Giveaways
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