Security Officer (Busch Gardens/Adventure Island)

Compensation:

• $18.00 per hour

What you get to do:
As a Security Officer, you’ll be committed to ensuring the highest level of guest safety, security and satisfaction. Your professional demeanor and reassuring presence will provide guests and Ambassadors with the peace of mind that enhances their overall park experience. You will:

• Perform roving patrols of all park property, including buildings, vehicles, animals, etc.
• Issue/receive keys and validate IDs for access
• Inspect bags and entering/exiting vehicles to prevent theft or the introduction of contraband
• Conduct access control for all vehicles and employees to ensure proper authorization
• Investigate incidents and complete incident reports
• Assist law enforcement officers when necessary
• Respond quickly and appropriately to calls for service and security/safety issues
• Maintain logs
• Operate mobile and static posts
• Interact with guests and Ambassadors to create a safe and secure environment
• Patrol by foot/vehicle to protect park guests and park property from security/safety risks

What it takes to succeed:

• Knowledge of common safety/security practices
• Ability to work weekends and holidays
• At least 18 years of age
• Must be available to work either 1st shift: 12:00AM-8:30AM ; 2nd shift: 8 AM-4:30PM ; 3rd shift: 4:00 PM-12:30 AM (Monday - Sunday)
• Valid Driver's License required
• Have a Class D security license
• Willingness to carry and use defensive weapons (e.g.,handcuffs and Oleoresin Capsicum spray)
• Ability to define problems, collect accurate data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions and determine a proper course of action
• Mental, emotional and physical competencies needed to learn and apply the SeaWorld Use of Force Response Options and OC spray policies
• Professional appearance and attitude
• Strong communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Previous security or law enforcement experience preferred