Safety and Security Associate

The Maritime Aquarium•Norwalk, CT

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Security Guard executes internal facility safety and security functions. The primary focus of this role is to ensure a secure facility for guests, staff, volunteers, and our animal collection. This role ensures the standards of security and safety per OSHA regulations as well as the Association of Zoos and Aquariums are met or exceeded.

Requirements

High School diploma and a minimum of 3 years of security experience.
CPR/AED/First Aid Certification required
CT Guard Card required
Demonstrates knowledge of security operations, safety practices, and incident investigation in a public institution.
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Able to lift and/or move items of at least 50 pounds
Able to climb ladders, move trash containers; remove snow and other bulky/heavy items
Able to move quickly and easily to all areas of the facility and its grounds
Able to report to work on an as-needed or emergency basic

Nice To Haves

Open availability across all shifts and days of the week is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain facility safety and security requirements procedures for safeguarding the facility, staff, volunteers and animal collection in accordance with Post Orders
Responds to emergency situations, conducts investigations and completes incident reports
Administer safety audits and inspections
Submit inspection reports and records daily and advise the Safety Manager of deficiencies
Monitors the security camera system throughout scheduled shifts
Assist in ensuring 24/7 security coverage of the facility
Responsible for receiving and delivery of packages
Assist with TMA lost and found program, and acts as the point of contact for guest retrieval of items
Other duties as assigned