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Position range in Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL Metropolitan Statistical Area $14.06 - $18.80 Per hour

Security Officer, Kennedy Space Center Delaware North Park Services Occupation: Security Guards

Location: Kennedy Space Center, FL - 32899 Positions available: 1

Job #: 12384054 Work At Home option: No

Posted: 4/2/2024 Updated: 4/2/2024 Expires: 6/1/2024

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Security Officer, Kennedy Space Center

Qualifications:

A current Florida Security D license required.
Qualify for and receive a One NASA PIV Badge within 90 days of employment.
Background and security investigation, including a criminal records check.
Possess a valid State of Florida Motor Vehicle Driver's License (Class E or higher).
Maintain a clean driving record by company motor vehicle insurance carrier standards.
Demonstrates skill in dealing with guest complaints, using active listening skills to control difficult situations and maintain customer goodwill.
Work in fast-paced environment and available to work weekends, holidays, and special events.
Have a general knowledge of two-way radio usage and associated codes.
Hear and respond to the spoken voice and to audible alarms generated by screening equipment in an active checkpoint environment.
Manipulate and handle baggage, containers, and other objects subject to security processing.
Dexterity and conduct hand-held metal detector and pat down search procedures over an individual's entire body.

Physical Requirements:

Regularly lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
Regularly drag 150 lbs. at least 50 feet.
Walk to/from post and respond to call for service on foot in various outdoor climates.
Pre-employment and/or periodic physical examination, complete the essential functions of the job with/without reasonable accommodation.
The job is physical in nature

Location: Merritt Island, Florida
Category: Safety & Security
Job Id 28434
Full Time or Part Time

Responsibilities:

Control the various entry/exit locations throughout the DNPS controlled areas.
Operate a walk-through metal detector, handheld metal detector and conduct hand searches of carry bags.
Only allow authorized guests / crew-members through the control points and direct them to appropriate locations.
Control pedestrian and vehicle traffic /check decals as needed.
Report all violations to the Security Supervisor or Security Management immediately.
Conduct vehicle/foot patrol of all areas of the Visitor Complex property or operations.
Respond to any incidents as needed, complete an investigation, collect witness statements, and follow up with a written report.

Shift Details:

Day shift
Evening shift
Overnight
Holidays
Weekends

Pay:

$15.77 - $15.77 / hour

Perks at Kennedy Space Center:
Embark on an extraordinary journey with a job at Kennedy Space Center, where every day allows you to share the excitement of space exploration with our guests.

Health, dental, and vision insurance*
401k with company match*
Paid vacation days and holidays*
Paid parental bonding leave*
Tuition or professional certification reimbursement*
Weekly pay
12 complimentary tickets and 4 parking passes per year to share with friends and family
Attraction share program with 5 visits per year with up to 3 guests at discounted rates to popular Florida attractions
Rewards and recognition program with cool gifts and merchandise
Referral bonus - earn $200 for each eligible referral
Training and development with opportunities for internal mobility and growth including the chance to work at our other locations nationwide
*Available for eligible team members, part-time team members must earn eligibility

The Opportunity:
Delaware North Parks and Resorts is hiring full-time and part-time Security Officers to join our team at Kennedy Space Center in Merritt Island, Florida. As a Security Officer, this role will maintain a safe and secure environment for our guests and team members.

Delaware North Companies, Incorporated and its subsidiaries consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. Delaware North is an equal opportunity employer.

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Delaware North Park Services
Is a Private Sector employer with 4 locations
Company Profile:
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50-99 employees

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Location/Work Site Information

Address: Mail Code: DNPS/Hwy 405, Kennedy Space Center, FL 32899

Work At Home option:

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Location/Work Site Industry (NAICS):

Amusement and Theme Parks (713110)

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Compensation and Hours

Salary Range: $15.77 (minimum) DOE (Depends on Experience) Benefits Provided: 401K, Dental, Holidays, Medical, Other, Tuition Assistance, Vacation, Vision Other Benefits: Not Available Full or Part Time: Full and Part Time Positions Job Duration: Over 150 Days Type of Job: Regular

Shift: Other, see job description

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Minimum Experience Required: Not Specified

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Minimum Education Level Required: No Minimum Education Requirement

Required License/Certification: Florida Security D

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Test Requirement: No test required - Drug Testing/Screening,Background Checks,Reference Checks,Motor Vehicle Record Check

Driver's License Required: Yes, Operator License.

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Occupation:

Security Guards

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This section shows the number of job openings advertised online in Brevard County, FL for Security Guards and for the related occupational group of Protective Service Occupations on May 17, 2024 (Jobs De-duplication Level 2).

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Occupation	Job Openings
Security Guards	62
Protective Service Occupations	157

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There were 62 job openings advertised online in Brevard County, FL for Security Guards on May 17, 2024. There are also 157 job openings advertised online for the related occupation group of Protective Service Occupations in Brevard County, FL on May 17, 2024.

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