Security Officer

Busch Gardens is a place of thrills, fun and positive, lasting memories. As a key member of our team, you’ll play a major role in bringing happiness and excitement to people from around the world. If you're dedicated, dependable and driven to deliver exceptional guest service, this is a place for you!

Responsibilities

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

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age
• Class D security license required
• Valid Driver’s License required
• Strong communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work weekends (required) and holidays
• Willingness to carry and use defensive weapons (e.g., handcuffs and Oleoresin Capsicum spray)
• Mental, emotional, and physical competencies needed to learn and apply the SeaWorld Use of Force Response Options and OC spray policies
• Previous security or law enforcement experience preferred
• Knowledge of common safety/security practices
• Ability to define problems, collect accurate data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and determine a proper course of action
• Ability to lift, push, pull 50 lbs
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions
• Ability to bend, stoop, and climb stairs to reasonable heights
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time
• Be able to pass required CPR/First Aid course

Schedule

• 1st Shift (12:00am - 8:30am)
• 2nd Shift (8:00am - 4:30pm)
• 3rd Shift (4:00pm - 12:30am)
• Adventure Island (Based on park operating hours)
• Metal (Based on park operating hours)

Pay

$18.00/hr

Benefits

• FREE park admission
• Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends
• Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc.
• Scholarship opportunities
• Exclusive employee events and giveaways