Zoo Safety Ranger (Part Time)

Summary

Zoo Safety Ranger

The City of Little Rock provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. City of Little Rock complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every work location. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Job Objective & Safety/Security Sensitive Designation

JOB OBJECTIVE: To promote a safety culture through practicing safe and healthful work practices. The Zoo Safety Ranger is responsible for assisting the Safety and Training Coordinator in safety operations including but not limited to responding to emergencies with guests or staff, performing safety audits, incident investigations, and patrols grounds to ensure safety and security for guests and staff. The Zoo Safety Ranger position must maintain a visible and approachable attitude, in order to meet the needs of our guests and staff. This position is not designated as a safety/security sensitive position and is not subject to random drug and alcohol screening.

Minimum Qualifications, Additional Requirements and Supervisory Responsibilities

These knowledge, skills, and abilities are usually, although not always, acquired through completion of high school, and continuing education training (1) year of experience in occupational safety and health or security or law enforcement; (1) year of computer experience. Certification in First Aid, CPR, and AED. OSHA 10 hour course or suitable safety training (OSHA 10 hour course and First, Aid, and CPR may be obtained after employment). Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to work in various weather conditions. Must be able to work different shifts, weekends, evenings, and special events. Must be 21 years of age or older (may make unique exceptions based on prior experience). Must possess a valid Arkansas Class D Driver's License. DISCLAIMER: This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.

Application Requirements

• Online applications only
• Applicant's answers to supplemental questions will be used to screen for minimum qualifications electronically, failure to fully answer all supplemental questions may result in failure of the application.
• Please include a complete work history when completing application. Work history may impact initial salary offer amount for the successful candidate.
• List of qualified applicants will be considered active for up to six (6) months and may be used to fill future openings with same or similar minimum qualifications.
• All communication regarding application status will be sent to candidates via text message/ email address listed on account.
• You may check your NeoGov inbox to review all notices sent to the email address associated with your applications.
• Applicants may check application status for any position by logging into their account or contacting Human Resources at (501) 371-4590 if they are having computer difficulties.

Benefits

Regular part-time employees who work 1,500 hours shall receive six (6) days of Sick Leave upon the completion of the 1,500 hours. If unused, this Sick Leave shall be allowed to accumulate to a maximum of fifteen (15) days (120 hours). Regular, full-time non-probationary employees who transfer to Regular, part-time positions will receive credit for the previous year's service for purposes of Sick Leave accrual and may carry over accrued Sick Leave accrual up to the maximum noted above. Regular part-time employees who were in pay status (vacation, sick leave, or actual hours worked) for at least 1,500 hours during the year shall receive the following Vacation Leave: Up to 10 years of service (40 hrs.) = 5 days per year 10 years or more (60 hrs.) = 7-1/2 days per year

Job Description

Zoo Safety Ranger

The City of Little Rock provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. City of Little Rock complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every work location. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Job Objective & Safety/Security Sensitive Designation

JOB OBJECTIVE: To promote a safety culture through practicing safe and healthful work practices. The Zoo Safety Ranger is responsible for assisting the Safety and Training Coordinator in safety operations including but not limited to responding to emergencies with guests or staff, performing safety audits, incident investigations, and patrols grounds to ensure safety and security for guests and staff. The Zoo Safety Ranger position must maintain a visible and approachable attitude, in order to meet the needs of our guests and staff. This position is not designated as a safety/security sensitive position and is not subject to random drug and alcohol screening.

Minimum Qualifications, Additional Requirements and Supervisory Responsibilities

These knowledge, skills, and abilities are usually, although not always, acquired through completion of high school, and continuing education training (1) year of experience in occupational safety and health or security or law enforcement; (1) year of computer experience. Certification in First Aid, CPR, and AED. OSHA 10 hour course or suitable safety training (OSHA 10 hour course and First, Aid, and CPR may be obtained after employment). Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to work in various weather conditions. Must be able to work different shifts, weekends, evenings, and special events. Must be 21 years of age or older (may make unique exceptions based on prior experience). Must possess a valid Arkansas Class D Driver's License. DISCLAIMER: This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.

Application Requirements

• Online applications only
• Applicant's answers to supplemental questions will be used to screen for minimum qualifications electronically, failure to fully answer all supplemental questions may result in failure of the application.
• Please include a complete work history when completing application. Work history may impact initial salary offer amount for the successful candidate.
• List of qualified applicants will be considered active for up to six (6) months and may be used to fill future openings with same or similar minimum qualifications.
• All communication regarding application status will be sent to candidates via text message/ email address listed on account.
• You may check your NeoGov inbox to review all notices sent to the email address associated with your applications.
• Applicants may check application status for any position by logging into their account or contacting Human Resources at (501) 371-4590 if they are having computer difficulties.

Benefits

Regular part-time employees who work 1,500 hours shall receive six (6) days of Sick Leave upon the completion of the 1,500 hours. If unused, this Sick Leave shall be allowed to accumulate to a maximum of fifteen (15) days (120 hours). Regular, full-time non-probationary employees who transfer to Regular, part-time positions will receive credit for the previous year's service for purposes of Sick Leave accrual and may carry over accrued Sick Leave accrual up to the maximum noted above. Regular part-time employees who were in pay status (vacation, sick leave, or actual hours worked) for at least 1,500 hours during the year shall receive the following Vacation Leave: Up to 10 years of service (40 hrs.) = 5 days per year 10 years or more (60 hrs.) = 7-1/2 days per year