Safety and Security Associate

Organization Background

Maritime Aquarium’s mission is to ignite a connection to Long Island Sound and the ocean to enrich the lives of all people and inspire action to protect our blue planet. For 38 years, the Aquarium has played a significant role in shaping the landscape of Norwalk and the region. The second largest family attraction in Connecticut, and 50 miles from New York City, the Aquarium hosts nearly 450,000 guests annually. Its primary exhibits take guests on a voyage from the shallow salt marshes and estuaries to the depths of the Long Island Sound and the ocean beyond, culminating with habitats for sharks and harbor seals.  

   Altogether, the Aquarium is home to more than 8,000 animals and 285 species in 75 exhibits. A new 4D Theater offers a unique sensory film experience for guests. Its education programs introduce nearly 50,000 students, campers and scouts to marine and STEM education. The Aquarium is recognized as a top aquarium in the nation and is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. It is an active participant in the local and regional community. The strength of the Aquarium is its approximately 97 full-time and 78 part-time employees, seasonal staff, and our volunteers.  

Position Overview

The Security Guard executes internal facility safety and security functions. The primary focus of this role is to ensure a secure facility for guests, staff, volunteers, and our animal collection. This role ensures the standards of security and safety per OSHA regulations as well as the Association of Zoos and Aquariums are met or exceeded. This an hourly position paying $19/hour.

Compensation

This is an hourly position paying $19.00 per hour.

Schedule

This is a full-time position working Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Flexibility is required to work other shifts as needed, including weekdays, weekends, holidays, and to provide coverage for vacation, sick leave, and other staffing needs.

The Security Guard schedule will vary based on operational needs to ensure 24/7 facility coverage. Open availability across all shifts and days of the week is strongly preferred. Work schedules are posted, when possible, at least four weeks in advance.

Primary Responsibilities 

• Maintain facility safety and security requirements procedures for safeguarding the facility, staff, volunteers and animal collection in accordance with Post Orders  
• Responds to emergency situations, conducts investigations and completes incident reports 
• Administer safety audits and inspections 
• Submit inspection reports and records daily and advise the Safety Manager of deficiencies  
• Monitors the security camera system throughout scheduled shifts 
• Assist in ensuring 24/7 security coverage of the facility   
• Responsible for receiving and delivery of packages 
• Assist with TMA lost and found program, and acts as the point of contact for guest retrieval of items 
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School diploma and a minimum of 3 years of security experience. 
• CPR/AED/First Aid Certification required
• CT Guard Card required
• Demonstrates knowledge of security operations, safety practices, and incident investigation in a public institution.  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills 
• Able to lift and/or move items of at least 50 pounds 
• Able to climb ladders, move trash containers; remove snow and other bulky/heavy items  
• Able to move quickly and easily to all areas of the facility and its grounds
• Able to report to work on an as-needed or emergency basic

Benefits

• Health Insurance Benefits
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Retirement Benefits and Plans
• Paid leave (Vacation and Sick Time, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty, and Holidays)
• Paid Parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free Family Membership to The Maritime Aquarium

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

The Maritime Aquarium is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.