In-Park Security Officer- $17/HR- 18+

Company: Six Flags
Location: Gurnee
Posted on: May 28, 2023

Job Description:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Consistent attendance and adherence to the posted schedule is a job requirement.
• Attend required Human Resources Discovery, Security department training, and Security in-service training.
• Maintain Park/ Security Department grooming and appearance standards in accordance with policies.
• Interact with guests, team members, and Park management on a daily basis.
• Work with a diverse team and cooperate with all team members and Park management.
• Communicate effectively with guests, team members and Park management in person, by phone, and by portable radio.
• Address and resolve guest violations of Park policy according to department policy.
• Work patrol positions designed to respond to security-related incidents, emergencies, and calls for assistance:
• Work fixed positions designed to monitor guest and team member entry/exit:
• Work fixed positions designed to monitor ride queues:
• Complete departmental reports and/or required paperwork according to department policy.
• Assist with cleaning as needed or directed.
• Maintain all job duties and responsibilities in outdoor weather conditions regularly exposed to direct sunlight, wet/humid conditions, extreme cold, and extreme heat for extended periods of time.
• Maintain all job duties and responsibilities independently with minimal direct supervision. Skills and Qualifications:
  • 18 years of age or older.
  • Applicants must possess a valid Driver s License.
  • Applicants enrolled in an associates or bachelor s level criminal justice or related program and/or have previous experience at a private security job are preferred.
  • Must be able to stand and/or walk up to 8 hours at a time and as many as 12 hours a day.
  • Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Must be able to speak, understand, read, and write in English language.
  • Must be comfortable using and communicating via phone and portable radio.
  • Must be able to listen/monitor radio communication by earpiece while simultaneously communicating to guests and team members in their presence.
  • Must be comfortable using a computer.
  • Must be able to work around a metal detector and complete guest and team member screening according to department policy.
  • Must be capable of working in outdoor weather conditions regularly exposed to direct sunlight, wet/humid conditions, extreme cold, and extreme heat for extended periods of time.
  • Must have reliable transportation to and from the Park.
  • Must be flexible to change as job position may change daily.
  • Flexible work schedule includes working at night, on weekends, and during holidays between Memorial Day to Labor Day.
  • Must possess strong work ethic, the ability to multi-task, and be able to handle moderate levels of stress. Associated topics: explosive detection, loss control, loss prevention, protect, protection, public safety, safety officer, school, security officer, watchman

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