Safety and Security Ranger Position Available In Palm Beach, Florida

Safety and Security Ranger Zoological Society Of The Palm Beaches – 3.0 West Palm Beach, FL Job Details From $16 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Disability insurance 401(k) 3% Match Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Life insurance Qualifications Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook High school diploma or GED Driver’s License Computer skills 1 year Communication skills Entry level Full Job Description Be a Guardian of the Zoo! The Palm Beach Zoo is looking for a dedicated and observant Zoo Ranger to join our Safety and Security team for the evening and overnight shift . In this important role, you’ll help protect our animals, guests, and staff by ensuring a safe, secure, and welcoming environment—day and night. This is more than a security job—it’s an opportunity to be part of a mission-driven organization working to protect wildlife and inspire action.

What You’ll Do:

Patrol zoo grounds and facilities to monitor guest conduct, property safety, and animal area security. Respond to incidents, accidents, and medical situations with calm professionalism. Monitor surveillance systems and manage detailed safety reports. Assist with access control and monitor restricted areas overnight. Check animal enclosures for potential safety issues (without entering staff-only animal care areas). Participate in storm assessments and zoo emergency response procedures. Support after-hours events, contractors, and special projects. Provide exceptional customer service and assist with crowd or traffic control during peak hours

What You Bring:

High school diploma or GED (required) At least 1 year of security, safety, or related experience Intermediate computer skills, especially Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word Strong communication and incident reporting skills Valid Florida driver’s license with a clean driving record Ability to work flexible hours, including overnights, weekends, holidays, and special events Available for the evening and overnight shift (this is not a day shift position)

Physical Requirements:

Comfortable working outdoors in South Florida’s climate, including rain and high heat Able to stand, walk, and lift up to 50 lbs for extended periods (up to 6 hours) May be exposed to hazardous materials or bodily fluids during incidents Use of radios, phones, and computers for communication and reporting

Key Competencies:

Customer Focus & Service:

Friendly and responsive to guest and staff needs

Judgment & Decisiveness:

Quick thinking and calm under pressure

Teamwork & Integrity:

Works respectfully and ethically with others Attention to

Detail:

Thorough, organized, and safety-conscious

Diversity & Inclusion:

Promotes a welcoming and inclusive environment

WHAT WE OFFER

A competitive salary, commensurate with your skills and experience An

EXCELLENT

benefits package (current year/plan), which includes: 100% paid employee level coverage for designated medical & dental plan 100% paid coverage for 100K of life insurance 100% paid short-term disability 100% paid long-term disability 401K – Employer contributes 3% of your salary Optional vision, accident and critical illness coverages available through pre-tax payroll deductions Generous paid time off policy, Zoo Membership and FREE admission to other Florida Attractions! The position will be open until filled. We will contact qualified candidates whom we have chosen to move forward in the interview process. Palm Beach Zoo is a drug free workplace and an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions, including those related to recruitment, hiring, training and promotion without regard to race, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Why Join Palm Beach Zoo? We are committed to saving wildlife in wild places—both locally and around the globe. Our mission comes to life through impactful programs, including local conservation partnerships and international projects in Africa and Central America. Our own coral conservation dive team is just one example of how we take action. We believe anyone can be a wildlife hero, and whoever you are, wherever you come from, you are welcome here.