Safety and Security
Assistant Manager
Job Posting
Roger Williams Park Zoo (RWPZ) of Providence, Rhode Island, is one of the nation’s oldest zoos,exhibiting over 100 animal species. Our culture is built on our core values -community, fun, innovation,diversity, integrity, sustainability, and excellence. We value our role in the community as a treasured
place for families and a trusted resource for learning; we create a sense of community for our staff andcontribute to the global conservation community. We provide a fun experience for our guests and believethat a fun environment is essential to create a great workplace. We are willing to take risks, to propose
novel ideas and to think “out of the box”. Bold dreams are welcome here. We act with respect toward
all. We value diversity. Integrity and honesty drive our business practices and our relationships witheach other and our constituents. We are driven by our vision of greater sustainability in ourenvironmental practices and in our business model. We believe that by establishing a sustainablefinancial base we can best achieve our goals. We are always striving for excellence. We work to exceed
expectations in all areas.
RWPZ is currently recruiting a full-time, year-round, exempt Safety and Security Assistant Manager.
Under the direct supervision of the Safety and Security Manager, the Safety and Security AssistantManager is responsible for assisting in the coordinating, tracking, monitoring, maintaining, andevaluation of the Zoo’s safety and security program. The individual in this position will also assist withthe supervision of contracted security, contracted nurses and seasonal parking lot staff in the absence ofthe Safety and Security Manager.
Responsibilities
Safety:•••Work directly with the Safety and Security Manager to assist with developing safety policies, goals,
codes, standards, procedures, recordkeeping systems, and trainings as well as scheduling andconducting drills, safety committee meetings, and classroom safety trainings.
Provide daily support to the Safety and Security Manager with the management and distribution ofdata from the Safety and Security department, as needed. Develop and write project specifications,when required, including but not limited to designing and creating Excel spreadsheets, Word
documents, or other reports to track staff training, employee safety records, and other applicablesafety-related items.
Review and analyze injury and illness reports for completeness and accuracy prior to submittal to••••••

the Safety and Security Manager for review. Streamline report processing and ensure completed in atimely manner for all incidents. Report trends in Security and Incident reports and trackaccordingly.
Upon approval from the Safety and Security Manager, complete organizations OSHA 300, 300A, and301 logs and file in accordance with OSHA reporting and filing guidelines.
Maintain and catalogue SDS sheets and post in applicable locations for employee reference.
Assist Safety and Security Manager with emergency response, not only in emergency situations but
in all zoo matters and trainings with all emergency services, Fire, Rescue, Police, Providence
Emergency Management Association and any other similar organizations.
Establish and maintain effective liaisons with state and local law enforcement agencies.
Inspect Zoo grounds and make recommendations to Safety and Security Manager on applicable
servicing to correct actual or potential security and/or safety hazards.
Maintain knowledge, communicate understanding of, and train all Zoo safety and security related
policies to staff, visitors, vendors, and state and local law enforcement agencies including but notlimited to, emergency action plans at the zoo.

Security:• Assist in the recruitment, training and scheduling of contracted Security staff.
• Track and obtain required documentation from staff, security team, and visitors regarding security
incidents.
• Assist in patrolling inside and outside of Zoo facilities so that persons, buildings and properties withthe boundaries of the Zoo are secure.
• Perform other duties as assigned or directed.
Other functions and responsibilities:
Provide support in various capacities for any special event activities at the Zoo.
Required Experience, Training and/or Education
Required Experience and Education:• Experience supporting an environmental health, safety and security department for a minimum offour years plus one year of experience in a supervisory role in the security field, conducting safetyrelated trainings; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• This position will require the following training and certifications be completed within the first ninety
days of date of hire if the individual cannot provide documentation of recent training and/orcertifications in these areas:oFEMA ICS 100 & ICS 200oCPR and First Aido
OSHA Respirator and Fit Testing
Preferred Experience and Education:• Associate’s degree in safety health and environmental management.
• Recent experience working with diverse populations and fluency speaking additional languages aplus.
Competencies• Proficient in Microsoft Suite.
• Attention to detail, organized and demonstrated ability to multitask, prioritizing completion oftasks.
• The ability to work and address safety and security related issues with minimal supervision,including but not limited to medical emergencies, animal escapes, missing children.

••••Communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.
Knowledge of environmental health, safety, and security compliance and procedures.
Works well as part of a team and can also work independently, with minimal supervision.
Demonstrated ability to:o conduct safety and security audits and recommending viable solutions to actual or potential
safety and health hazards.
o resolve problems in a positive, professional, and friendly manner.
o act independently and decisively in crises.
o supervise and schedule a variety of employees’ shifts and functions.
o communicate effectively both orally and written, with a customer service focus.
o work in a multi-paced environment and in high public contact areas.
o maintain strict confidentiality.

Additional Requirements•

Valid state drivers license.

•24 hour on-call availability for Zoo emergencies, including storm response.

•Ability to work outdoors under various weather conditions.

•Flexibility to work a Sunday through Thursday schedule and occasional holidays and evenings
to support Zoo events. The individual in this position will occasionally be required to adjust theirworkweek in the absence of the Safety and Security Manager.

•Successful completion of a background check.

•Occasionally lift and or move objects up to 50 pounds.

•Comfort with enclosed spaces and climbing ladders a minimum of 25 feet.

Supervisory Responsibilities
Parking Lot and contracted security and nursing staff in the absence of the Safety & SecurityManager.
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity to be a team member at a well-renowned Zoo in the New
England area, send a cover letter, resume and salary requirements to the address below.
Roger Williams Park Zoo
ATTN: Safety and Security Assistant Manager
1000 Elmwood Ave
Providence, RI 02907-oremployment@rwpzoo.org