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Chicago Zoological Society

Brookfield Zoo

3300 Golf Road

Brookfield, IL 60513

Phone: 708-688-8400

Fax: 708-688-7639    

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

Sworn Officers: 10

Salary: $17.60 - $19.59/hour 

Application Deadline: NA

HIRING FOR 2 POSITIONS

Patrol Officer, Public Safety

This position contributes to the success of the Chicago Zoological Society by performing patrol duties, as an armed Patrol Officer, to ensure the safety and security of guests, staff, facilities, and animal collection.

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

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 for Illinois residents 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# 750CC 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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