Seasonal Safety Associate

Newfields a Place for Nature & The Arts•Indianapolis, IN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Seeking candidates who are observant and display outstanding attention to detail. Candidates can enjoy working outside with our team in helping keep guests and staff safe, all the while experiencing our Harvest Nights and Winterlights Festivals. Candidates must follow all safety and security policies and procedures, complete safety training, and withstand outdoor temperature changes. The positions run from August through mid-January, including regular weekdays and weekends, evenings, nights, and holidays (Halloween, Thanksgiving, Black Friday, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day).

Requirements

Base level understanding of email handling to send, receive, and communicate through electronic mail.
Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondences, and memos.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers and other employees of the museum.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers and decimals.
Must be able to complete job duties using military time.
Ability to comprehend and understand detailed written or oral instructions.
The ability to think critically and deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
High school diploma/ GED equivalent
Ability to complete the required security training for the position.
Proficiency in the use of computer programs such as Microsoft Office (Word/Outlook).
Excellent customer service attitude and related experience.

Responsibilities

Interact with the public and museum staff and provide exceptional experiences to all guests
Assist guests with general inquiries and rules
Represent Newfields in a professional and customer service-oriented manner
During Harvest Nights and Winterlights Festivals, address any unsafe behaviors or interactions, report property and art damages
Post and roam Lilly House, observing guests and art to deter any interaction or damage to the art
Interact and maintain fire pits and warming stations during our Winterlights and Festival experience
Work independently with the ability to exercise good judgement in carrying out standard policies and procedures for the security and safety of our guests and property
The position requires prolonged periods of standing and walking outside. Approximately 95% of the time is spent standing or moving around inside and outside on the grounds in the gardens. Must be able to stand and remain alert for an extended period
Report all incidents, accidents, or medical emergencies as required. Respond to emergencies, such as medical emergencies, and to alarms
Implement appropriate emergency responses to fire, safety, and access procedures by following the security procedures established for these emergency responses