Job Title: Safety & Security Specialist – 6 Month fixed Term Contract
Team: Safety and Security
Scope: Individual Contributor, ES2
Location: Ventura, CA
Years of Experience: 3+
Compensation Hiring Range: $25.00-26.00 per hour
About The Role
Patagonia is seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and experienced Safety & Security Specialist to support all aspects of safety and security across our Ventura locations. This role is vital to fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and secure environment for employees, visitors, and the broader community. The ideal candidate will embody Patagonia’s values and contribute to a just and equitable workplace—both on-site and remotely.
What You’ll Do / Job Functions
- Conduct regular patrols on foot or bicycle to identify and mitigate hazards, threats, and unsafe conditions.
- Respond to incidents including medical emergencies, fire alarms, suspicious activity, and environmental hazards.
- Monitor and assess safety systems such as CCTV, access control, fire/intrusion alarms, and emergency communication tools.
- Collaborate with internal teams (HR, Facilities, Management) to uphold safety and security standards.
- Lead or support emergency drills, evacuations, and incident response procedures.
- Administer first aid and emergency medical care; maintain active certifications in CPR, AED, and First Aid.
- Ensure safety during childcare and outdoor activities, responding promptly to any incidents.
- Document incidents, hazards, and safety/security activities in detailed reports.
- Assist in developing and enhancing safety protocols, systems, and training programs.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, fire safety regulations, and emergency response standards.
- Provide respectful and professional service to all staff, visitors, and community members.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Who You Are
- Passionate about fostering an inclusive, safe, and respectful workplace.
- Adaptable and proactive in dynamic and evolving environments.
- Skilled in de-escalation, communication, and navigating complex or tense situations.
- Service-oriented with a strong sense of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
- Motivated toward continuous self-improvement and professional development.
- Committed to equity, inclusion, and working across differences in respectful and equitable ways.
Experience You Bring / Job Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of combined experience in physical security, emergency response, customer service, or outdoor safety (preferred).
- Familiarity with emergency crisis and incident management.
- High school diploma or GED; must be at least 21 years old.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Ability to pass a criminal background check and complete Live Scan.
- Ability to obtain a California BSIS Guard Card within 90 days of hire.
- Current or obtainable certifications in First Aid, CPR, and AED.
- Knowledge of OSHA and fire safety regulations.
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and collaboration tools (Teams, Zoom).
- Experience with security systems including CCTV, access control, visitor management, and emergency communication tools.
Physical & Schedule Requirements
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
- Capable of standing, walking, climbing stairs, and performing physical tasks for extended periods.
- Comfortable working in small or occasionally noisy environments.
- Full-time availability with flexibility for evenings, weekends, overtime, and on-call shifts.
- Willingness to adjust schedule in response to emergencies or operational needs.
- Occasional travel may be required; all travel is scheduled in advance and company-paid.
Employee Conduct
It is the responsibility of every employee to contribute to a positive work environment through cooperative and professional interactions with co-workers, customers and vendors.” Embracing that we are in the business to save our home planet.
Equal Employment Opportunity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other factors prohibited by law.
