OVERNIGHT GATE GUARD
Big Sur, California
GUEST OPERATIONS – Guest Services /
Full-time /
On-site
At Esalen, we believe in the power of our potential -- both in our staff and in our global community of students and faculty who turn to us for transformative learning experiences. More than 50 years ago, Esalen co-founders imagined a place inspired by Abraham Maslow’s psychology of peak experiences and Aldous Huxley’s belief in “human potentialities”, the unrealized capacities of our mind and body. Today we build on this legacy by creating deep connections in a world challenged by disconnection and isolation; reigniting awe and wonder to spark greater curiosity about ourselves and others; and asking the questions that can lead to transformative change both for an individual and society.
Esalen isn’t just a place to work, it’s an invitation to help change the world.
OVERVIEW
- This full-time role encompasses many features of guest service. The Esalen Gate team provides 24-hour coverage of security shifts, guest arrival and emergency response. Individuals often hold these positions with both the ability to be authoritative enforcers, as well as supportive peers within the community of Esalen.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Greeting and welcoming new arrivals during check-in
- Greeting staff guests and official guests
- Radio traffic monitoring
- Emergency response management
- Property wide night patrols making sure all required doors are secure and locked
- Support for guests as needed
- Preventing trespassing on property by travelers on highway 1
- Parking management
- Conflict prevention and resolution
QUALIFICATIONS
- Guest service experience
- Security experience
- Able to work with Google Office
- First aid and CPR trained
- Efficient task management
- Strong moral compass
- Strong boundary setting ability
- Ability to work overnight
- Ability to work well in emergency or high stress situations
- Able to work independently as well as part of a team
FLEXIBILITY
- Esalen functions best when all staff work toward the common mission of encouraging everyone to reach our highest human potential. With this goal in mind, this job description is not intended to cover or contain an all-encompassing listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice based on Esalen’s and your team’s needs.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to work in a physically demanding environment; ability to lift up to 30 pounds; maneuver on uneven ground, stand for long periods of time; sitting at a desk and working on computers and answering phones.
COMPENSATION
- This role offers a generous benefits package including competitive pay commensurate with experience, medical and dental insurance, and paid time off. In alignment with Esalen’s mission in advancing human potential, staff are encouraged to engage in a wide range of personal and professional development programs designed by Esalen faculty and staff.
Esalen Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
