Top 7 Zoo Jobs in Grand Rapids, Mi

Zoo Security Officer
DK Security, Inc —Grand Rapids, MI
- $17.50 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Clean driving record
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
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School & Youth Program Manager
John Ball Zoo —Grand Rapids, MI
- $57,290 - $67,400 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Teaching Certification
- Mid-level
- Education
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
12d
Seasonal Food & Beverage-18 or older
John Ball Zoo —Grand Rapids, MI
- From $14.50 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Guest services
- Entry level
9d
Chief Executive Officer
John Ball Zoo —Grand Rapids, MI
- Organizational skills
- Senior level
- Leadership
Facilities Maintenance II
John Ball Zoo —Grand Rapids, MI
- From $22.04 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
6d
Seasonal Food & Beverage - Supervisor
John Ball Zoo —Grand Rapids, MI
- From $15.50 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Mid-level
- Training & development
Senior Zookeeper - Area 2
John Ball Zoo —Grand Rapids, MI
- $20.62 - $26.33 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Writing skills
- 3 years
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance

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School & Youth Program Manager
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Zoo Security Officer

DK Security, Inc -
Grand Rapids, MI

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Job Details

Part-time
$17.50 an hour

Benefits

Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Customer communication
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License

Full Job Description

Zoo Security Officer

SITE HIGHLIGHT: If you love animals, this security officer position is for you! You will be ensuring that visitors to the zoo and animals are in a safe environment along with extensive walking throughout your shift.

PERKS:

Pay Rate: $17.50 / hour (pay rate is determined and set by current contract for the site assignment, identified during the interview process; subject to future increases)
Benefits (eligibility requirements apply): medical, dental, vision, life insurance, group accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, and paid medical leave.

CURRENT OPENING:

Friday 10 PM - 7 AM & Sunday 12 AM - 7 AM

LOCATION: Grand Rapids, MI

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: As an unarmed Security Officer at DK Security, your duties are determined by the client location. Some responsibilities may include:

Access Control - Ensure only authorized individuals are given access to the site. This could be based on appointments, ID cards, etc.
Extensive Patrolling - Walk the interior and/or exterior of the various buildings on the site, keeping an eye out for security, safety, or maintenance issues.
Camera Monitoring - Monitor CCTV for safety and security concerns across the site.
Customer Service - Always enforce rules and policies through de-escalation techniques and ensuring quality customer service in every interaction.

SUCCESS as a Security Officer at DK Security will look like:

Reliability - Report for your shift on time, presentable, and in the prescribed uniform.
Friendly Personality- Being able to balance our expectations of outstanding customer service while maintaining client policies and enforcing rules.
Following Company and Client Policies - Be able to read and interpret written post guidelines, follow procedures as outlined and ensure all tasks are completed throughout the shift.
Use of De-escalation Techniques - Being able to defuse situations through verbal judo and other communication tactics.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
Must have either a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
May NOT have any felony convictions and must be able to pass a criminal background check in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
Must be able to successfully pass a drug test at the time of hire and randomly thereafter.
Must present a friendly, positive, and professional image.
Must be willing to become CPR/1st Aide/AED Certified
Must have a valid Driver's License with a good driving record. (Required for driving sites)
- Less than 3 moving violations in the last 3 years
- Less than 2 at-fault accidents in the last 3 years
- No other major violations in the last 3 years.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to sit, stand or walk for the duration of the shift, including walking long distances, and possibly up and down stairs
- Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
- Must be readily able to respond to emergency situations
Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.

By submitting your application, you agree to be contacted via phone, email, and/or text message regarding your candidacy, scheduling, and other instructions on how to move forward in our hiring process.

Law Enforcement, Military, and Veterans are Encouraged to Apply!

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