Security Guard

Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Security team at the Oasis at Death Valley!

The Oasis at Death Valley is situated in a lush, spring-fed desert oasis, surrounded by the vast and arid desert of Death Valley National Park. The Oasis operates the historic AAA Four Diamond Inn and Ranch, restaurants, gift shops, and the world's lowest elevation golf course. Both hotels are open year-round and feature swimming pools fed by naturally warm local springs.

We’re hiring a Security Guard to Live. Work. Explore. in Death Valley National Park!

Job Summary:
The Security Guard (we call it Fire Life Safety Officer) serves to provide personal safety for the guests, employees, and visitors of the Oasis at Death Valley. Undertake surveillance of premises and protection of staff and visitors. Responsible for detecting suspicious behavior and preventing vandalism, theft, and other criminal behavior. Also performs additional activities such as, first responder, firefighting, and transportation.

The Details:
Position Type: Full-Time, Year-Round
Start Dates: February 2024
Pay: $18.80/Hour
Schedule: Typical schedule is 40 hours, 5 days/per week (may include weekends, evenings, and holidays)

Why the Oasis at Death Valley?
Death Valley National Park is in the northern Mojave Desert in California and is the largest National Park outside of Alaska. With incredibly diverse ecosystems, sand dunes, mountains, and America's lowest elevations, Death Valley is an incredible place to call home. We are a welcoming community who work hard, share a real passion for the environment, and enjoy crafting memorable experiences for our guests.

Life at the Oasis:

• Employee housing (dormitory-style or RV site)
• Free breakfast and lunch with $4 dinners in the employee dining room (cafeteria-style)
• Free on-site laundry facility, Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth)
• A fast-paced, exciting work environment with plenty of upward mobility and growth opportunities
• Meet people of all ages from all over the country and world!

Benefits and Perks:

• Free Death Valley National Park pass
• Free access to pool, golf course, rec center, gym and sports courts
• Exclusive Retail and Dining discounts at the Oasis
• $350 Referral Bonus Program
• The adventure of a lifetime!

Responsibilities:

• Perform public safety and protective functions while handling emergencies, disturbances, and threats to property and life.
• Maintain a safe and secure living, working, and park experience for all employees and guests.
• Patrol buildings and grounds to observe and identify potential safety risks and undesirable conditions, such as fires, theft, and vandalism.
• Conduct ongoing inspections including thoroughly patrolling property during shift to assess levels of safety on location. 
• Observe, report, and document any violations of policies, rules, regulations, and laws governing your location.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Must be able to demonstrate professional and courteous behavior with all guests and employees.  

Qualifications:

• Must possess current driver’s license.
• Previous/similar experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to become proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Internet, and other computer-based applications.
• Must be willing to work any combination of days, evenings, and nights as needed.
• Must possess or can obtain CPR/First Aid and AED certification.
• Able to follow instructions with follow-up, respect, and integrity.
• Able to provide quick and productive solutions to a multitude of challenges and/or limited resources.
• Ability to demonstrate a sense of urgency around deadlines, guest experience, and the Oasis at Death Valley branding.
• High School Diploma
• Previous Security Experience

Physical Requirements:

• Able to lift 50 lbs. up to shoulder height.
• Must be able to work outside in extreme conditions.
• Must be able to walk on varying terrains between 4-6 hours a day.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.