Seasonal Security Coordinator - Battle Creek, United States - Binder Park Zoo

Binder Park Zoo

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Battle Creek, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

SECURITY COORDINATOR (SEASONAL)

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

***:Provides exceptional customer service to guests and assists in security, emergency procedures, and staff emergency preparedness.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

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 indepth 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 setup 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 teamoriented 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:

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.