About the role

  • Security Officer maintaining safety and security for Chicago Botanic Garden. Engaging with visitors and enforcing rules while providing assistance and emergency response.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain the safety of visitors, employees, and property at the Garden while enforcing Garden rules and regulations.
  • Provide information and assistance to the visitor in a pleasant, professional manner.
  • Work closely with Visitor Services to provide the best information and service for the visitor.
  • Maintain valid certification in CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation), the use of AEDs, and Standard First Aid through Garden-provided training.
  • Provide emergency first aid to employees and visitors.
  • Prepare accurate and clear reports of accidents, illness, theft, vandalism, or any other unusual occurrences with immediate notification to Security Management.
  • Perform responsibilities specific to each post as assigned.
  • Perform patrols including all buildings, islands, gardens, and other Garden property. Control traffic whenever needed.
  • Make appropriate Security Department vehicle operating and safety checks.
  • Pick up and deliver people and materials as needed.
  • Assist Security Management in other areas as directed.

Requirements

  • At least one year of security or similar experience preferred
  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to successfully complete First Aid and CPR training
  • Valid driver’s license insurable by the Chicago Horticultural Society
  • In addition to English, ability to speak and understand one or more other languages preferred
  • Ability to use computers/email proficiently

Benefits

  • Wellness initiative benefit
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Retirement plan
  • Garden membership - free to employees at Household Plus level
  • Discounts to Garden Shop, Cafe, Garden-sponsored educational classes
  • Employee events such as Orchid show, Night of 1,000 Jack-o'-Lanterns, Lightscape employee & friends preview night

Job title

Security Officer

Job type

Experience level

Junior

Salary

$18 - $21 per hour

Degree requirement

High School Diploma

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