Are you looking to start a career with the City of St. Paul? Our Parks and Recreation department is hiring diverse and talented individuals to join our team. As a Park Security Officer, you will gain the skills to set you up for a career in public safety. We also offer equitable and inclusive workplaces, competitive wages, and a variety of benefits, including paid vacation.
Here’s what you can expect to do in this role: Perform non-sworn entry level duties related to the safety and security program within the Parks and Recreation Department. Patrol designated park areas and facilities as assigned. Provide support for the department's safety program, to include assisting visitors, conducting site safety inspections, and issuing citations. Provide technology support for park security systems, including camera and video systems, and access cards. Performs other related duties and responsibilities as required.
Responsibilities
Patrols designated park areas, provides security presence, and reports suspicious activity as necessary. Enforces Parks and Recreation rules and regulations and City ordinances, and issues citations as necessary. Opens and/or locks park gates, restrooms and other facilities. Checks buildings to ensure they are secured, lights and alarms are working, temperatures are set at the appropriate levels, and reports safety and health hazards, damages, and vandalism to supervisor or the appropriate staff. Responds to calls from the alarm company, assesses information obtained from the alarm company, and determines if parks security or the Saint Paul Police Department (SPPD) should respond. Drives a motor vehicle, rides a bicycle, and walks while performing assigned duties and responsibilities.
Qualifications
One year of experience in law enforcement, security, or community engagement work.
OR
Six months of experience in security, community engagement, or customer service and enrollment in an accredited law enforcement, criminal justice, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), paramedic, or occupational safety and health program.
AND
Must possess and maintain a valid Minnesota Class D Driver's License or equivalent out-of-state driver's license. Must obtain and maintain a valid CPR and First Aid certification within in three months of employment Preferred Qualifications:
First Responder or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification.
City of St. Paul
Saint Paul, Ramsey, MN 55102
US
