Ranger
Full-time and Seasonal.
As part of a 24/7 Security department, the Rangers protect the grounds, plant collections and facilities of the Desert Botanical Garden, and provide for the safety and security of guests, staff members and Garden volunteers. Rangers strictly enforce all policies and procedures within the Garden. The Ranger is a uniformed, unarmed position and retains no peace officer powers.
Responsibilities include:
maintain surveillance of Garden by foot and vehicular patrols to protect the property and deter acts of theft, vandalism or negligence; serve as first responder to all emergencies, including medical emergencies, or other unusual occurrences; administer first aid and coordinate police and/or fire department response, if required; provide security escorts for cash handling and other revenue operations; conduct safety and security checks of all facilities, including the core Garden, perimeter fencing and other specified areas in and surrounding the property; secure all buildings, exhibits, lab facilities and operate protection systems; maintain surveillance of roadways, parking lots, buildings and areas used for special events; demonstrate a professional and courteous demeanor at all times when interacting with Garden visitors, staff and volunteers, while assuring that Garden policies are communicated enforced; anticipate and solve problems; improve and streamline operations to provide quality, seamless customer service; monitor events for alcohol compliance, crowd and traffic control, exhibit and Garden security; and maintain all Parking and Security equipment.
Requirements:
include a High School diploma or equivalent; maintained Certification in First Aid, CPR, AED and BBP; superior guest services skills; ability to walk, stand, sit and work outdoors for significant periods of time, in all weather conditions; visual and hearing acuity, including color spectrum to observe emergency lights, ability to hear audible alarms, ability to identify unsafe conditions/behaviors and ability to fully operate communication devices including radios and cell phones; ability to work any shift, including weekends or holidays, as assigned; ability to successfully complete a criminal history background check annually; ability to safely operate a motor vehicle, possession of a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record. Preferred candidates will have a minimum of 2 years’ experience providing security, ranger or campus public safety services in a Park, Zoo or other hospitality and guest services environment, and hold active First Aid/CPR/AED certification.
To apply for an open position, please e-mail resume and letter of interest to Human Resources at: hr@dbg.org, fax to: 480 481.8173, or mail to:
Human Resources
Desert Botanical Garden
1201 N. Galvin Parkway
Phoenix, AZ 85008