Security Personnel - Part Time
Salary: $22.00 - $23.00 per hour
Hours: Saturday 8AM - 1PM, 5PM-11PM,
Sunday 8AM-1PM, 1PM-5PM, 3PM-9PM,
Monday-Friday 5PM-11PM
Varies based on Facility Needs
JOB SUMMARY
Under the direct supervision of the Recreation Facilities Supervisor, handle the overall security needs of the Elk Grove Park District, as assigned.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Serve as a visual presence to deter unwanted behavior before it happens.
- Deescalate potential contentious issues between customers and/or staff.
- Work with building staff in matters of security to provide a safe environment.
- Enforce facility rules, regulations and Code of Conduct.
- Assist in providing first aid to injured patrons. Assist with emergency procedures, i.e. Tornado and Fire evacuation.
- Check unoccupied rooms to ensure that they are secure and locked.
- Provide security walk-through inspections inside and outside the facility
- Assist with room set-ups.
- Securing of the interior and exterior doors within assigned facilities.
- Assist other staff in providing customer service; including answering patrons’ questions and directing them to programs throughout the facility.
- Performs the job safely and in compliance with district policies, procedures, work and safety rules.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS
- Provide security assistance at other facilities and parks as assigned during special events or activity.
- Ability to work mornings, evenings, and weekend shifts, as assigned.
- Follow all driving safety rules for passengers and traffic.
- Performs other duties or tasks as assigned
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS
- General work area is indoors, in a smoke-free environment with controlled temperature and fluorescent lighting.
- Subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions.
- Work in a wide range of weather conditions which can include cold, rain, and extreme heat.
- Occasional exposure to natural and potentially extreme weather conditions while supervising employees or attending job related activities at locations away from the office.
- Must work closely with co-workers.
- Must work around the general population.
- Physical agility to maintain mobility from site to site.
- Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
- Subject to modified/flexible work schedule including nights and weekends.
- Able to work under stressful situations when First Aid or CPR is required, including the ability to respond quickly and accurately to any and all emergencies.
- Able to function under sometimes loud and stressful conditions.
- Ability to drive in all weather conditions.
- May be exposed to gasoline and engine fluids.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Must have 21st birthday by hire date.
- Good knowledge of pertinent safety precautions.
- Valid Illinois driver’s license.
- Valid First Aid, CPR and AED (Pediatric and Adult) Certifications OR willing to attend paid training to obtain current Certifications.
- Flexibility, communication skills and patience.
- Good knowledge of pertinent safety precautions.
- Must demonstrate good safety awareness and judgment.
- Must be able to follow traffic directions, traffic rules and Park District driving guidelines.
- Ability to maintain positive and effective working relationships with other employees.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Completion of Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board and/or CERT Basic Training is preferred.
- Current or retired police officers in good standing are preferred.
- Must have experience with active surveillance and/or supervision where rule enforcement was required in a previous professional setting.
Elk Grove Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer