Security Personnel - Part Time - Part-time

Salary: $22.00 - $23.00 per hour

Hours:  Weekends 8am-1pm 2pm-11pm

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