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Chicago Zoological Society

Brookfield Zoo

3300 Golf Road

Brookfield, IL 60513

Phone: 708-688-8000

Fax: 708-688-8930    

E-mail: greatjobs@czs.org  
Website: www.czs.org 

Salary: $17.60 - $20.13/hour  

Application Deadline: NA

Requisition ID# 785WL

Responsibilities:

• Enforce and administer the enforcement of park rules; regulations, state, federal and local statutes

• Prepare field reports and required paperwork, in accordance with established procedures

• Adhere to work schedules defined by the department using a rotating schedule including weekends and holidays

• Follow instructions and directions given by the command staff

• Respond to basic inquiries from Park Safety Officers and follow up as needed

• Patrol the park and adjacent boundaries using a patrol car, cart, on foot or bicycle or with a dog as assigned

• Respond to dispatch calls for routine and emergency situations

• Direct traffic inside and outside the park, as assigned

• Appear in court as necessary

• Assume administrative responsibilities for assigned area(s), including, but not limited to: vehicle maintenance, uniforms, equipment, communications, Life Safety, and public relations

• Follow appropriate safety and procedural rules

• Keep work area and equipment in a clean and functional condition

• Must represent the Society in a professional manner at all times

• Open, close, and secure buildings and facilities; gates; and parking lots

• Pick up and deliver monies between Cashier's Office and park locations

• Provide positive public relations, and respond to inquiries and requests for information

• Assist motorists with vehicular problems

• Monitor facilities, parking, and adjacent properties for safety, hazards, and security

• Maintain order and investigate suspicious activities of guests and employees

• Determine course of action, reprimand or warn individuals, detain or expel from park, and/or arrest and book persons committing crimes in violation of applicable statutes, and, as appropriate to the situation

• Transport arrested individuals to appropriate jurisdictions for further processing as necessary

• Administer first aid treatment for injury or illness, including but not limited to:  monitoring life signs, stabilizing victims, transporting individuals to hospitals via driving, or assisting in ambulance

Requirements:

• Associate's degree in Criminal Justice or other related field or equivalent combination of training and/or experience required

• Minimum 2 years security or loss prevention experience required

• Minimum 1 year patrol officer experience preferred

• Prior work experience at Brookfield Zoo with better-than-satisfactory performance preferred

• Must complete and pass to minimum standards Police Academy training within one year of hire

• Must attain certification of State of Illinois Emergency Medical Technician status within 1 year of hire, and maintain current certification

• Valid Firearms Owners Identification Card required at time of hire

• Ability to utilize common security and other department equipment, including, but not limited to:  medical equipment, extrication, supplies, and other emergency equipment; typewriters, and computers

• Ability to successfully interact with a diverse audience, maintain confidence and have an excellent rapport with co-workers and guests

• Must represent the Society in a courteous, professional manner at all times; maintain excellent public relations, strong communication and collaboration skills

• Valid driver’s license required

• Illinois residents must possess a valid Illinois license within 90 days of hire

• Valid out-of-state license required for out-of-state residents

• Spanish fluency a plus, but not required

• This is a full-time position which includes rotating weekends, evenings, and holidays as assigned

If interested in being considered for this opportunity, please email your resume/cover letter noting position title and ID# 785wl in subject line and in your cover letter to:

greatjobs@czs.org

For more information about our organization and

career opportunities please visit our website at:

www.czs.org

THE CHICAGO ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/ EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER-M/F/D/V

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