Security Guard

Roles & Responsibilities:

Enforce all Park rules and regulations

Monitor Park assets with intent to ensure the safety of all our guests and employees

Maintain constant vigilance while the park is operating to identify any potential issues or safety concerns; communicate any potential issues to other departments and/or leadership in a timely manner

Conduct bag checks to prevent prohibited items from entering the park

Maintain compliance with company and industry best practices, policies, and procedures to create a safe environment for colleagues and guests

Monitor guest safety and communicate conflicts to supervisors on duty

Take control of emergency and intense situations while remaining calm

Professionally manage crowd control during emergency situations

Continuously monitor guest behaviors and attempt to curtail any potential situations before they escalate further

Exercise clear and concise communications with all park departments

Answer phone calls, providing pleasant and helpful phone contact for staff and the public.

Assist in safety prevention efforts, including responding to all safety calls, fire alarms, and emergencies.

Utilize electronic card access, closed circuit television, and other audio/visual monitoring systems, monitors and supervises the response to all reports or irregular conditions, including the unauthorized entry of persons or vehicles to protected buildings and areas, breaches of perimeter security or any other suspicious activities occurring on the property.

All other duties as assigned by leadership

Pay Rate: $22 / hr.

Education and Experience:

High School diploma, GED, or equivalent; Equivalent work experience will also be considered

1 year of previous security or related experience highly desired

NY Security Identification Card required

Language: Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English; Spanish or other bilingual language skills are a plus.

Requirements:  

Must be at least 18 years of age to comply with NY Child Labor Laws

Seasonal role so candidate must have the ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Must have reliable transportation to and from your scheduled shift

Must possess a valid driver’s license and a good driving record

Ability to safely and efficiently operate motorized vehicles and equipment

Ability to comprehend and carry out verbal and written instructions

Ability to apply knowledge of security methods, procedures, interviewing, listening, and note-taking techniques for specific situations

Ability to deal fairly, objectively, and courteously with the public without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, or political beliefs

Ability to analyze people and/or situations quickly and calmly and take appropriate actions in a quick and effective manner

Ability to operate a variety of electronic equipment, such as cameras, radios, personal computers, or other communication devices

Ability to professionally and calmly deal with stressful and/or tense situations

Ability to collaborate with other team members, external first responders, and emergency personnel during emergency situations

Must possess exceptional customer service skills, with an ability to resolve questions, problems, issues, and concerns in a positive and professional manner

Physical Requirements:

Ability to stand, walk, and remain on feet for majority of the workday

Ability to occasionally stoop, twist, kneel, bend, squat, or reach above shoulders

Ability to walk, stand, or run on uphill, downhill, or uneven surfaces.

Ability to remain sedentary for extended periods of time, while using a computer/camera equipment

Ability to carry, push, pull, lift, and hold objects weighing 30 pounds or more

Must have good visual acuity, night vision, and peripheral vision.

Ability to see details of objects that are more than a few feet away

Working Conditions:

This role will be based in both an office setting as well as frequent exposure to all other indoor and outdoor park environments

Frequent exposure to the variable outside temperatures, including high heat, cold, direct sun, humidity, dust, rain and other weather conditions

Subject to constant repetitive motion, high noise levels, flashing lights, and heavily populated environments

Subject to frequent interruptions and requests that may require reprioritization of activities

Team member benefits:

Working at Splish Splash is about making people happy! It’s about being independent and having fun, making new friends and earning extra money while doing so. As a Splish Splash employee, you can be the smiling face that makes a great first impression for incoming guests, a cook that serves up tasty treats and culinary delights, a lifeguard who soaks up the sun while keeping guests safe, or a ride operator that keeps guests coming back for more thrills! There are many exciting seasonal job opportunities available to take your summer job to new heights!

Palace Perks & Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Ability to cross-train and learn unique skills across various departments

Free admission to Splish Splash and all Palace Entertainment parks on your days off

Invitations to exclusive company-sponsored employee events throughout the season

We’ve got great jobs for people just starting out in the workforce, looking for a second job or staying active after retirement. If you want a fun, flexible job with an innovative company, look no further than Splish Splash. Apply today!