Ranger

The Saint Louis Zoo is hiring a Ranger responsible for the security and protection of zoo property, responding to emergencies, enforcing rules, and investigating incidents. Candidates must have a high school diploma, relevant experience, be 21 or older, and pass a physical and drug test. Effective communication skills are necessary, and the role requires working various shifts, including weekends and holidays. Uniforms are provided.
Responsibilities: Responsible for the protection, safeguarding and security of Zoo property, respond to all emergencies, enforce Zoo rules and regulations, protect property from theft, embezzlement, fire and accidents, investigate and write reports on accidents, incidents, suspicious activities and other security-related situations, and provide additional as-needed assistance to visitors and employees.

Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent required. Security, law enforcement, military, firefighting or equivalent experience preferred. Must be 21 years of age or older. Must be able to successfully pass a physical, including a drug test and firearms training course provided by the St. Louis Police Department. Must have valid driver’s license and own gun and leather. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with staff, volunteers and visitors. First Aid, CPR/AED experience required. Must be able to successfully obtain an armed security license. Uniforms provided. Able to work in all types of weather and unpredictable crisis situations. Must be able to work all shifts, including weekends, evenings and holidays. All successful candidates for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check and a drug test. As this is a safety-sensitive role, a negative drug test result is mandatory. The drug test screens for five substances, including marijuana.