Seasonal Security Officer

Cantigny Park

The Robert R. McCormick Foundation envisions a Chicagoland comprised of thriving communities where all individuals have the resources and opportunities to succeed, without regard to income, race, ethnicity, gender, or ZIP code. We invest in people and organizations across the region to develop educated, informed, and engaged communities.

The Foundation was established in 1955, upon the death of Colonel Robert R. McCormick, the longtime editor and publisher of the Chicago Tribune. The Foundation’s philanthropic investments of more than $1.8 billion to date, are currently focused on Chicago's South and West Sides and the following issues: early childhood education, public safety, community development, veterans, and journalism.

The Foundation’s Board also oversees Cantigny Park, Col. McCormick's 500-acre estate in Wheaton, Illinois, which encompasses a park, formal gardens, a museum dedicated to the 1st Infantry Division of the U.S. Army, and a 27-hole public golf facility. Learn more at mccormickfoundation.org, cantigny.org, fdmuseum.org, and cantignygolf.com.

Job Opportunity: Seasonal Security Officer

The Security Officer ensures the security and safety of the staff and visitors, and the physical assets of Cantigny Park. The ideal candidate has experience in visitor services, security, parks and recreation, or other related fields; and is committed to providing a high level of customer service to visitors. This is a seasonal, evening shift position. Hours are 5p-10p Wednesday-Sunday.

Requirements

Essential Functions:

· Monitor the security and communications equipment in the Operation Center following standard procedures as outlined in the general and specific orders

· Respond to fire and burglar alarms and follow established procedures

· Become knowledgeable in a wide range of information regarding the McCormick Foundation to relay accurate and timely information to visitor inquiries

· While on patrol, make continual security and safety checks of all facilities and grounds and report all findings to the operations officer. Document all incidents and communicate with supervisors if required.

· When required assist in the implementation of the special activities program to include but not limited to, set up and break down, assisting vendors with transporting supplies, moving tables/chairs and putting up tents

· Use established crowd control and parking procedures when required

· Enforce all Cantigny rules and regulations

· Be able and willing to make foot patrols in all weather conditions

· Operate the cash register in the park entrance booth

· Be knowledgeable in procedures for all shifts if required to work them

· Respond to visitor assistance calls to include first aid, tram service, motorist assist and any other assistance issues that arise

· Perform light maintenance on the grounds when required

· Assist the Cleaning Team with trash removal when required

· Answer the main Cantigny phone line in the absence of the Park Registrar

· Provide for personal safety in the workplace by attending and completing all required safety training, knowing and following existing safety rules including the applicable use of personal protection equipment, the proper operation of tools/machinery and proper handling of hazardous materials, and reporting any unsafe conditions to respective supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High School Diploma

Experience: Visitor service, security, parks and recreation, safety related field

Skills:

· Excellent listening, written, and verbal communication skills; must be proficient in English

· Must be able to walk for extended periods of time and be able to lift at least 50 lbs. to just above the waist

· Must find satisfaction in working with the public and possess an outgoing, friendly, courteous, and enthusiastic personality

· Demonstrated passion for the Foundation’s values with commitment to deliver results measured against the Foundation’s mission

· Must attend Cantigny Park's First Aid, C.P.R. and maintain valid certification

· Must attend Cantigny Park’s Child Safety Training and become a mandated reporter

Working Conditions:

Seasonal position. Must be available to work weekends, evenings and holidays.

Vaccination Requirement:

The Robert R. McCormick Foundation requires as a condition of employment that all employees are fully vaccinated against SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) or have been approved for an accommodation based on a medical condition or conflicting religious belief.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Cantigny Park and the Robert R. McCormick Foundation provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, individuals with disabilities, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital and housing status.

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Schedule:

• Evening shift
• Night shift
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Wheaton, IL: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person