Security Officer, Skyland Lodge

Overview

Delaware North Parks and Resorts is hiring seasonal Security Officers to join our team at Skyland Lodge in Shenandoah National Park, Virginia. As a Security Guard, you will ensure a safe and secure environment for our guests and associates. If you like a fast-paced job, working with and serving guests from all over the world, and want to experience hands-on learning, our Parks and Resorts team invites you to apply today.

Additional Details

• Weekly pay
• Free shift meal for local team members, or free daily meals available for team members in employee housing
• Employee discounts - 30% off most items
• Training and development with opportunities for internal mobility and growth, including the chance to work at our other locations nationwide

Note: Additional benefits, including insurance and vacation, are available for eligible year-round positions at other Delaware North properties

Life in Shenandoah National Park

Looking for a new adventure? Be part of a tight-knit team fortunate enough to live and work in the natural wonder of Shenandoah National Park. With a great work/life balance, you can spend your time off exploring the over 500 miles of hiking trails.

• Low-cost, recently updated dormitory housing available for $100/ week, including utilities and wi-fi, and free daily meals available for individuals who reside 50-plus miles from their worksite
• Free rides to Luray for team members living in employee housing
• Shared fire pit area for use in the dorm area
• Meet guests and fellow team members from around the globe
• Tons of outdoor activities, including camping, rock climbing, rappelling, cycling, fishing, and horseback riding

Unit Description

Shenandoah National Park offers over 200,000 acres of protected lands with lots to explore including cascading waterfalls, spectacular vistas, and quiet wooded hollows. It’s a great place to hike, camp, bike, fish, take photographs or go canoeing. We offer on-site housing and a free meal during every shift.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the protection and safety of company assets, patrons, and team members
• Enforce all company, department, and organizational policies and procedures and report incidents
• Observe and report procedural violations and illegal activity
• Fill out departmental log forms, verify that all paperwork is complete and turned in 
• Assist with fires, wind storms, floods, blizzards, evacuations, and other emergencies as directed
• Provide security for special functions
• This position requires driving a company vehicle on a daily basis

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age
• Basic math skills including addition and subtraction
• Demonstrate skill in dealing with guest complaints, using active listening skills to control difficult situations and maintain guest goodwill
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment
• Must be available to work weekends, holidays, and special events
• No experience required
• Must possess and maintain a valid drivers licence

Physical Requirements

• The ability to see, hear, walk, run, sit, squat, bend, reach and grasp objects throughout the shift in all weather conditions
• Must be able to carry up to 50 pounds