Water Country - Security Agent at 0911 Festival Fun Parks, LLC — Water Country, NH

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Water Country - Security Agent

Roles & Responsibilities:

Security Agents are responsible for maintaining a safe environment for guests and employees. The perfect candidate should have an eye for detail, a knack for problem-solving, and an ability to remain calm in stressful situations.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Enforce all park rules and regulations
• Monitor park assets with intent to ensure the safety of all our guests and employees
• Maintain constant vigilance while the park is operating to identify any potential issues or safety concerns communicate any potential issues to other departments and/or leadership in a timely manner
• Conduct bag checks to prevent prohibited items from entering the park
• Maintain compliance with company and industry best practices, policies, and procedures to create a safe environment for colleagues and guests
• Monitor guest safety and communicate conflicts to supervisors on duty
• Take control of emergencies and intense situations while remaining calm
• Professionally manage crowd control during emergency situations
• Continuously monitor guest behaviors and attempt to curtail any potential situations before they escalate further
• Exercise clear and concise communications with all park departments
• Assist in safety prevention efforts, including responding to all safety calls, fire alarms, and emergencies.
• All other duties as assigned by leadership

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent Equivalent work experience will also be considered
• 1+ year of previous security or related experience highly desired
• NH Security Identification Card are preferred, but not required

Language: Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English Spanish or other bilingual language skills are a plus.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age to comply with NH Labor Laws
• Ability to work flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Must be able to work third shift (overnight) if the park security operates on a 24-hour schedule
• Must have reliable transportation to and from your scheduled shift
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and a good driving record
• Ability to safely and efficiently operate motorized vehicles and equipment
• Ability to comprehend and carry out verbal and written instructions
• Ability to apply knowledge of security methods, procedures, interviewing, listening, and note-taking techniques for specific situations
• Ability to deal fairly, objectively, and courteously with the public without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, or political beliefs
• Ability to analyze people and/or situations quickly and calmly and take appropriate actions in a quick and effective manner
• Ability to operate a variety of electronic equipment, such as cameras, radios, personal computers, or other communication devices
• Ability to professionally and calmly deal with stressful and/or tense situations
• Ability to collaborate with other team members, external first responders, and emergency personnel during emergency situations
• Must possess exceptional customer service skills, with an ability to resolve questions, problems, issues, and concerns in a positive and professional manner
• Ability to maintain certifications as required by assignment

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, and remain on feet for majority of the workday
• Ability to occasionally stoop, twist, kneel, bend, squat, or reach above shoulders
• Ability to walk, stand, or run on uphill, downhill, or uneven surfaces.
• Ability to remain sedentary for extended periods of time, while using a computer/camera equipment
• Ability to carry, push, pull, lift, and hold objects weighing 30 pounds or more
• Must have good visual acuity, night vision, and peripheral vision.
• Ability to see details of objects that are more than a few feet away

Working Conditions:

• This role will be based in both an office setting as well as frequent exposure to all other indoor and outdoor park environments
• Frequent exposure to the variable outside temperatures, including high heat, cold, direct sun, humidity, dust, rain, and other weather conditions
• Subject to dark environments, particularly during midnight shift
• Subject to constant repetitive motion, high noise levels, flashing lights, and heavily populated environments
• Subject to bloodborne pathogens Proper PPE is required in these situations.
• Subject to frequent interruptions and requests that may require reprioritization of activities

Team member benefits:

Working at Water Country is about making people happy! It’s about being independent and having fun, making new friends and earning extra money while doing so. As a Water Country host, you can be the smiling face that makes a great first impression for incoming guests, a lifeguard who soaks up the sun while keeping guests safe, or a maintenance technician that keeps guests coming back for more thrills! There are many exciting seasonal job opportunities available to take your summer job to new heights!

Herschend Perks & Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Ability to cross-train and learn unique skills across various departments
• Enjoy free entry to Water Country and select Herschend parks at no cost on your days off
• Invitations to exclusive company-sponsored employee events throughout the season

We’ve got great jobs for people just starting out in the workforce, looking for a second job or staying active after retirement. If you want a fun, flexible job with an innovative company, look no further than Water Country. Apply today!