Security Officer II

1w1 week ago

Denver Zoological Foundation

Denver, US · Full-time · $45,000 – $58,000

About this role

Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance (DZCA) leads in animal care, wildlife conservation, and education, committed to inspiring communities to save wildlife. The Security Officer II maintains a safe environment by responding to risks, hazards, and unauthorized access across campus. This role monitors systems and documents incidents to protect guests, staff, and animals.

Officers conduct frequent patrols of grounds and buildings to identify vulnerabilities and suspicious activities. They monitor CCTV, access controls, and weather systems per department policies. Responses to emergencies include implementing procedures and recording activities in electronic logs.

The role involves administering first aid, assisting guests professionally, and fostering a safety-first culture. Primarily roving patrols support other security staff campus-wide. Snow and ice removal aids operations as needed.

Join a passionate, diverse team in a collaborative, innovative environment dedicated to animal care and guest experiences. Contribute skills to DZCA's mission through core values of Welcoming, Curious, United, Courageous, and Transformative. Bilingual Spanish/English candidates and those available weekends/holidays encouraged.

Requirements

1-2 years of experience in civilian or military security, safety, or loss prevention
Bilingual in Spanish/English preferred
Available to work weekends and holidays as needed
Ability to monitor CCTV and electronic access control systems
Knowledge of emergency policies and procedures
Capable of administering first aid
Physically able to conduct roving patrols across campus

Responsibilities

Conduct frequent and visible patrols across the DZCA campus, including grounds and buildings, to identify hazards, vulnerabilities, unauthorized individuals, or security concerns
Monitor and utilize CCTV, electronic access control, weather systems, and other security technologies according to department policies
Identify and report suspicious, unsafe, or criminal activities, ensuring access limited to authorized personnel
Respond to emergency calls from Security Department, staff, or public and implement emergency procedures
Administer first aid to sick or injured individuals and collaborate with medical and public safety teams
Record patrol activities, incidents, and data in electronic logging system and produce incident reports
Enhance guest experience by assisting visitors, answering questions, and resolving issues professionally
Care for, maintain, and track DZCA security equipment and assist with snow and ice removal