Security Officer - Winter Season

Alterra • Olympic Valley, CA

12d • $18 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

Serve and protect the guests, staff and physical assets of Palisades Tahoe, while maintaining the Company service standards, safety policies and procedures. Applicants must be 18 years of age. This is a seasonal, part-time position supporting the Palisades Tahoe Security Team. The position may be exposed to and immersed in outdoor winter weather.

Requirements

• Knowledge of basic security and fire inspection procedures.
• Able to follow all policies and procedures contained in Security Manual
• Effective communication skills, oral & written
• Strong sense of customer service & safety awareness
• Able to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Have a neat & clean appearance in compliance with the company grooming standards
• Punctual, able to report at scheduled start time
• Work well as part of a team.
• Skill in observing situations and decision making.
• Able to work with minimum supervision
• Effectively communicate with people in potentially stressful situations.
• High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations
• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum one year security experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• A valid California Guard Card is required before you start work
• A valid Drivers License and clean driving record

Nice To Haves

• Experience in law enforcement
• Basic CPR/AED and first aid training

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe environment for staff and guests 24 hours a day.
• Patrol the Resort using the Protrac security system and provides protection to all guests and employees.
• Be visible and accessible at all times, watching for potential ski thieves, ticket scalpers and public assistance.
• Check doors and windows of buildings to ensure they are tightly closed and locked; notes in written log any unlocked doors/windows; submits information to managers.
• Transport guests and staff as needed.
• Accompany any and all requests for money escorts.
• Drive ticket seller to Resort.
• Unlock ticket portals and turn on lights and heat 30 minutes prior to opening.
• Identify safety hazards and either remedy the problem or report to Risk/Safety Manager.
• Responds to alarms and dispatched calls; decides what actions to take based on situation, facts known and position limitations.
• Put up flags in appropriate spots.
• Maintain comprehensive Security Log.
• Interact with fire department and law enforcement as required and to assist all departments when necessary.
• Complete accurate and thorough incident reports.

Benefits

• Free skiing + riding privileges to 16 iconic resorts including Palisades Tahoe, Mammoth Mountain, Steamboat, Solitude and more!
• Generous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, etc.
• 401(k) plan with generous company match
• Free lift tickets, plus 50% off lift tickets
• 25%-50% discount at Food & Beverage locations at Olympic Valley and Alpine
• 30% discount at Palisades Tahoe operated retail stores, including The North Face, Oakley and more
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED