Job Details

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Will provide a safe and secure environment at Zoo Knoxville by providing shift security protection of visitors, employees, animal collection and zoo property.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide security and safety for all guests, employees and the animal collection at the Zoo.
• Provide security for all property, buildings and assets belonging to the Zoo.
• Responsible for bank/monies escorts both on and off grounds.
• Respond to emergencies or incidents that occur on Zoo property during your assigned shift and times other than your assigned shift as required.
• Provide medical treatment for injuries to visitors and staff that occur on Zoo grounds.
• Patrol Zoo grounds keeping constant vigilance on all fences and gates for unauthorized entry.
• Identify, report and respond to thefts, shoplifting, vandalism, unruly guests or employees and other unlawful acts or violation of Zoo policies on Zoo grounds.
• Identify and report hazardous or dangerous situations or conditions to maintain safety throughout Zoo grounds.
• Monitor the Ranger station to provide proper entry of employees, vendors, guests and provide customer service related duties in a professional manner.
• Maintain reports and paperwork as required.
• Perform miscellaneous duties as directed.
• Will not deviate from established procedures unless directed to do so by the Chief Ranger, Facilities Director, or CEO.