Police Dept - Dispatcher / EMT (Seasonal)

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This position contributes to the success of Brookfield Zoo Chicago ("BZC") by responding to calls from employees and guests for emergency and routine assistance assuring a positive, safe and extraordinary guest experience under direction of the Police Operations Lieutenant or, in his / her absence, the Sergeant on duty.

The work schedule for this position consists of approximately 20 hours per week with rotating days off, varied starting times, working weekends and holidays and other schedule changes due to special events or operating needs. Valid Emergency Medical Technician certification and driver's license required.

This is a seasonal non-union hourly position, grade SEA02 with an expected hiring range of $19.58 to $20.52 per hour. For our Benefits Summary Information, follow this link to our Benefits Table or copy and paste the following in your internet browser www.brookfieldzoo.org / custom.czs / files / 06 / 06337b2c-b3db-45a2-8eb2-f8362486bd0e.pdf (please refer to the non-union, seasonal employee section) and / or refer to the b enefit details provided below after the job description information.

PRIMARY JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Operates the Public Safety communication center. Promptly answers calls to the station and dispatches Police units accordingly. Maintains incidents cards for responding units.
• Provides emergency medical assistance to guests and staff and performs ambulance duty as required. Medical assistance includes, but is not limited to patient transports, extrication, loading and unloading patient onto stretcher and in / out of the ambulance, and CPR / AED to basic life saving under the guidelines set by Loyola University Medical Center. Completes required internal and state reports.
• Contacts and coordinates communications with municipal agencies during emergencies and non-emergencies as necessary.
• Maintains BZC's Lost and Found service for guests and staff.
• Monitors the weather and fire alarm systems and notifies managers of identified issues.
• Other related duties as assigned.
• Denotes Essential Job Function(s)

POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND SPECIFICATIONS :

DESIRABLE / PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :

This position description summarizes the primary duties and functions of this position, but should not be considered a complete listing of every duty the incumbent may ever be called upon to perform. This is a temporary position working approximately 20 hours per week based on the needs of the operation. Position requires rotating days off, varied starting times, working weekends and holidays and other schedule changes due to special events or operating needs. Must gain a strong working understanding of department operations and procedures, along with an understanding of Brookfield Zoo Chicago's mission, vision, values and operating philosophies and how work activities impact the operation of the zoo and other departments. Police K9s may be housed and operate out of the Police department building. These dogs are trained K9s that are approachable, friendly, and socially trained to work with staff and guests. As dogs may spend time in and around the Police building, shedding and dander may be present.

OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENTS : See Occupational Requirements Form.

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Seasonal Employees

Mental Health : Support, counseling, and resources for life issues at no cost to you. Eligible employees and their immediate family have access to Perspectives, a dynamic Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) which provides 24 / 7, confidential care and resources to address work and life stressors.

Retirement Savings : A 401(k) savings plan is available for all employees. Choose either pre-tax and / or Roth after-tax contributions. First of the quarter following one year of service, eligible employees receive matching contributions of 50% of the first 6% you contribute.

Other Benefits & Perks for All Employees (unless otherwise noted)

Advanced Inquiry Degree Program

Brookfield Zoo Chicago has partnered with Project Dragonfly at Miami University of Ohio to bring an exciting Master's degree program to the Chicagoland area. The Advanced Inquiry Program (AIP) is an inquiry-driven learning experience, allowing participants to take classes from Miami University faculty. Enrollment is open to applicants with a bachelor's degree, regardless of academic major or profession. This program is designed for teachers and other education professionals.

BZC University

The Zoo offers a variety of training, both on-site and via virtual classes and e-learning through Brookfield Zoo Chicago University at no cost to employees, including professional development, skill-building courses, conservation topics, zoo and animal-related topics, safety, leadership development, wellness, and much more. Instructors include guest speakers, staff presenters, and outside trainers.

Tuition Reimbursement

Regular, full-time non-union employees who have at least one year of seniority are eligible to apply for reimbursement of tuition expenses to a maximum of $1,000 per calendar year.

Access Credit Union

Employees are eligible immediately upon employment to participate in the credit union. The minimum balance is $5. Savings are insured up to $100,000, and savings accounts, new and used car loans, personal loans, student loans, and much more are available.

Blackhawk Work Perks

Special offers on Chicago Blackhawks games. Tickets start at $30.

Discounted Membership at Loyola Center for Fitness

Corporate discount members receive $0 enrollment and 25% off individual dues. Monthly pricing is subject to the number of people on the membership.

Discounted Day Care

Discounted day care is available through a partnership with KinderCare Education to provide discounted childcare benefits for employees. Covered brands include KinderCare Learning Centers, Children's Creative Learning Center, Inc. (CCLC), and Champions before and after-school care programs. Employees with children enrolled at a participating center save 10% on childcare tuition for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years available at over 100 locations throughout the greater Chicago metropolitan area.

Employee Discounts

Employees may benefit from "Working Advantage," an employee discount program, which offers a wide variety of discounts to staff.

Enterprise-Rent-A-Car

Discounts are available to staff members through Enterprise-Rent-A-Care for their personal use.

Free Flu Vaccines

Each year the Zoo offers free, on-site flu vaccinations to all full-time and regular part-time employees.

Free Admission and Parking

Free admission and parking privileges are provided to Non-Union Full-Time Employees and Union Full-Time Employees only and their immediate family members of BZC employees who have completed the required paperwork.

Free Admission to Other Cultural Institutions

The Zoo has reciprocal agreements with other major Chicagoland cultural institutions which allow employees and certain guests to receive free admission and / or parking pursuant to BZC's policy.

Free Notary Public Service

Several staff are commissioned Notary Publics and provide free notary services to BZC staff.

Freebie Table

Consistent with our conservation ethic, we have a "Freebie" table where staff can place unused / unwanted items that still have value for other staff members to claim. This has been a great way to recycle / upcycle by making unused items available to others.

Little Free Library : Take a Book. Share a Book.

The Zoo has a "Little Free Library" book exchange. If an employee sees a book they would like to read, they can take it, or they may donate a book they have finished. When they are done, they can return it to the Little Free Library or leave it at another Little Free Library location for others to enjoy.

Zoo Day Camp Discount

Zoo staff who register their child(ren) for Summer Camp at Brookfield Zoo Chicago receive a discounted price for a week of camp for each child registered. The discount is limited to immediate family members only (grandchildren included). Lunch and T-shirts are not discounted.

Zoo Discounts

Employee discounts are available on BZC gift shop and restaurant purchases, including 25 cent drinks when the Zoo-issued drink cup is used.

Brookfield Zoo Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Emp loyer.