Safety & Security Manager
Quick answer
Nashville Zoo is hiring a mid-level Safety & Security Manager (Nashville, TN) paying $24.52 - $27.46 USD per hour to oversee emergency medical, security, tram driver, and parking staff.
- Role
- Safety & Security Manager
- Organization
- Nashville Zoo
- Location
- Nashville, TN
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- $24.52 - $27.46 USD
- Category
- Programs & Operations
- Apply by
- 2026-12-31
The role
Provides direction, supervision, and oversight to emergency medical, security, tram driver, and parking staff. Ensures all teams meet zoo standards for the protection of zoo assets and maintaining the park in a safe condition for guests, employees, and animals.
What you'll do
- Ensures assigned staff execute emergency medical skills within their scope of practice.
- Maintain regular and reliable attendance
- Maintain professional conduct at all times and consistently model the organization’s values in all interactions with colleagues, guests, and stakeholders.
- Performs and ensures assigned staff execute emergency procedures as incidents require.
- Ensures the accurate and timely completion of all guest and staff medical and non-medical incident reports and forms - provides any necessary follow-up.
- Creates schedules for EMT, Security, Tram Driver, and Parking staff to ensure the park has the appropriate safety coverage.
What it takes
- Associates, or Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
- State of Tennessee Security Officer License.
- State of Tennessee EMT Certification (is a plus – not required)
- Minimum 2 years of supervisory or management experience.
- Law enforcement, fire service, emergency medical service, public safety, or military experience (preferred).
- Required to hold a current State of TN Guard Certification with Dallas endorsement.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Comprehensive healthcare coverage, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), 401(k) retirement plan with company matching, Generous paid time off and sick leave, Exclusive zoo perks, Collaborative and inclusive culture, AZA-accredited facility
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Nashville, TN.
What is the compensation range?
The compensation range is $24.52 - $27.46 USD per hour.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field, State of Tennessee Security Officer License, and 2 years of supervisory or management experience.
How do I apply?
Applications are due by 12/31. Please apply through the Nashville Zoo’s official job posting.
Is the job remote?
This is an in-office position and does not offer remote work options.
How to apply
Apply directly on Nashville Zoo's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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