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In-Park Security Officer - $19/HR (18+)

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Full Benefits Package

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Gurnee, IL
Tier-1 US Economic Zone
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72% - 78% (After Federal/State Tax)
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Position Overview & Specifications

Join the Public Safety - Security team! Become a Six Flags employee and get FREE park entry to all Six Flags Parks! Plus enjoy exclusive employee ride nights, team member events, and more! You must be at least 18 years or older to apply and are looking to fill all shifts. As a Patrol Officer you will be working fixed posts designed to monitor guest entry/exit, team member and visitor entry/exit (backstage gates), the guest parking lot, ride queues, and as well as patrol zones – designed to respond to security-related incidents, emergencies, and calls for assistance. Β We will work with your schedule! Interested?

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Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Consistent attendance and adherence to the posted schedule is a job requirement.
  • Attend required Human Resources Discovery, Security department training, and Security in-service training.
  • Maintain Park/ Security Department grooming and appearance standards in accordance with policies.
  • Interact with guests, team members, and Park management on a daily basis.
  • Work with a diverse team and cooperate with all team members and Park management.
  • Communicate effectively with guests, team members and Park management – in person, by phone, and by portable radio.
  • Address and resolve guest violations of Park policy according to department policy.
  • Work patrol positions designed to respond to security-related incidents, emergencies, and calls for assistance:
  • Work fixed positions designed to monitor guest and team member entry/exit:
  • Work fixed positions designed to monitor ride queues:
  • Complete departmental reports and/or required paperwork according to department policy.
  • Work fixed positions designed to validate entry to guest parking lot.
    • Operate hand-held electronic device to scan passes for parking.
    • Operate touch-screen point of sale (POS) system for credit/debit card transactions.
    • Monitor and control access to preferred/membership parking area.
  • Assist with cleaning as needed or directed.
  • Maintain all job duties and responsibilities in outdoor weather conditions – regularly exposed to direct sunlight, wet/humid conditions, extreme cold, and extreme heat for extended periods of time.
  • Maintain all job duties and responsibilities independently with minimal direct supervision.

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Skills and Qualifications:

  • 18 years of age or older.
  • Applicants must possess a valid Driver’s License.
  • Applicants enrolled in an associates or bachelor’s level criminal justice or related program and/or have previous experience at a private security job are preferred.
  • Must be able to work varied shifts including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • Must be able to stand and/or walk up to 8 hours at a time and as many as 12 hours a day.
  • Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Must be able to speak, understand, read, and write in English language.
  • Must be comfortable using and communicating via phone and portable radio.
  • Must be able to listen/monitor radio communication by earpiece while simultaneously communicating to guests and team members in their presence.
  • Must be comfortable using a computer.
  • Must be able to work around a metal detector and complete guest and team member screening according to department policy.
  • Must be capable of working in outdoor weather conditions – regularly exposed to direct sunlight, wet/humid conditions, extreme cold, and extreme heat for extended periods of time.
  • Must have reliable transportation to and from the Park.
  • Must be flexible to change as job position may change daily.
  • Flexible work schedule includes working at night, on weekends, and during holidays between Memorial Day to Labor Day.
  • Must possess strong work ethic, the ability to multi-task, and be able to handle moderate levels of stress.
  • Must be professional, self-motivated, the ability to multi-task and have an enthusiastic attitude
  • Must have strong teamwork skills and the ability to work with others

Other Functions:

All other duties assigned or necessary to support the park as a whole.Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β 

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Perks:

  • FREE admission to our park and other Six Flags Parks!
  • FREE tickets for family and friends!
  • Discounted Season Passes
  • Discounts on Food and Merchandise
  • Enjoy Team Member Exclusive Events

Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process

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Application & Resume Screening

Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.

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Technical & Competency Interviews

Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.

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Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation

Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.

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Onboarding & Corporate Integration

Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.

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Under United States immigration law (INA Β§ 101(a)(15)(H)), foreign nationals seeking full-time professional positions typically navigate either non-immigrant specialty occupation classifications or immigrant visa sponsorship:

πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ H-1B Specialty Occupation & Cap

Requires a relevant Bachelor's degree or higher. Employers must file an approved Labor Condition Application (LCA) with the US Department of Labor confirming the prevailing wage rate.

⚑ TN / O-1 / STEM OPT Pathways

Canadian and Mexican citizens qualify under USMCA (TN status). F-1 STEM graduates benefit from 36-month aggregate work authorization through E-Verify enrolled employers.

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