Job Details

City of Portland - Seasonal Port Security Staff

Position Number: 7041578
Location: Portland, ME
Position Type: Campus Safety and Police

City of Portland - Seasonal Port Security Staff

Parks, Recreation & Facilities Department

About the City of Portland Parks, Recreation and Facilities Department:

The Portland Parks, Recreation, and Facilities Department is comprised of 160 full-time and over 250 seasonal staff dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Portland, Maine. They achieve this by operating cultural venues, running community programs (including Before and After School, Swim Lessons, and Senior Adult programs), and maintaining public buildings, waterfront infrastructure, 70 parks, 40+ miles of trails, 13 cemeteries, and 30 playgrounds. Their diverse team, including Park Maintainers, Lifeguards, Event Managers, Horticulturalists, and many others, works collaboratively to provide spaces and opportunities for social connection, recreation, and community development.

Job Summary:

Portland Ocean Terminal and Ocean Gateway Terminal (April – November) - The City of Portland's 2026 Cruise Ship Season is quickly approaching, and we are happy to offer seasonal port security positions to qualified and interested individuals. Well qualified candidates will be reliable, have a friendly disposition, possess great customer service skills, hold an innate desire to help others, and can pay attention to details and detect problems while multitasking. The position will require staff to stand for at least three hours at a time and work shifts a minimum of six hours long. Cruise Ships make port calls in the City of Portland from the end of April to the beginning of November, so planning and dressing for Maine's ever changing weather conditions is an invaluable talent. Applicants must possess or be able to obtain a valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC). Upon hire applicants will be required to complete a facility-specific security training.Schedules are flexible and need will vary throughout the seasons based on port calls.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Possess effective and concise communication skills
Alertness/vigilance/focus/mind on the job
Quick and sound judgments/Thinking on one's feet
Integrity/trustworthiness
Punctuality/reliability/preparedness
Approachability/cordiality/customer service
Professionalism/good attitude/motivation to put the best foot forward
Must possess or be able to obtain a valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).

Preferred Skills & Experience:

Previous experience in security
Experience in conflict de-escalation or high-volume customer service.

Expected Hours/Schedule:

Various hours including nights and weekends.

Applications accepted until filled.

Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check.

Salary:

Seasonal Position - April-November - $19.00/hour

If you have any questions or need assistance with the application, please email Human Resources at jobs@portlandmaine.gov or call 207-874-8624.

The City of Portland believes that to do our best work, our employees need to reflect the diverse, vibrant community we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation, please call 207-874-8624 or email hrinfo@portlandmaine.gov.

To apply, visit https://selfservice.portlandmaine.gov/ess/EmploymentOpportunities/JobDetail.aspx?req=402&sreq=3&form=1000&desc=SEASONAL%20PORT%20SECURITY%20STAFF