Event Security

 

Provide quality customer service to customers, patrons and employees. Establish working relationships with customers, vendors and employees in fulfilling assigned post orders. Take an active role in assisting customer with other duties that may not be included in this job description and are approved by the Security Manager. Event Staff must possess and maintain a professional image at all times.

 

 

Essential functions may vary depending on department size, organizational structure and/or geographic location. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow differently-abled individuals to perform the essential functions of the job. Other duties, not listed below, may also be assigned.

 

· The delivery of quality service and positive interaction with our customers is critical to the completion of all the tasks within this job description. The ability to greet all visitors, vendors, and employees; while continuously maintaining the standards of excellence in presentation and professionalism. Customer Service is Every Employee's Job!

· Maintain a working knowledge of all emergency policies, procedures and regulations; respond immediately to emergency alarms or calls for help, determine course of action, notify appropriate authorities and assist as needed.

· Post orders may include Ticket Taking, Ushering, Guest Services, Elevator Operator, Special Services or other.

· Be diligent and vigilant in safety awareness.

· Know and understand post orders, revisions, and daily event needs. Know your chain of command.

· These functions are not limited to these listed and may be expanded upon at any time at the request of the customer.

 

 

The following are the minimum qualifications which an individual needs in order to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this position. Please note that the minimum qualifications may vary based upon the department size and/or geographic location.

• High School Diploma/or equivalent (GED) and be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be willing to submit to a background and drug screening where required; any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation.

 

 

· Strong customer service orientation, exemplifying our Mission Statement that Customer Service is Every Employee's Job.

· Ability to facilitate progressive change, getting along with other employees, following directions and continually improving.

· Clear and effective oral and written communications skills.

 

 

In general, the following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow differently-abled individuals to perform the essential functions of the job.

 

Must be able to see, hear, speak and write clearly in order to communicate with employees and/or other customers. Pushing/pulling/carrying lifting may include up to 25 lbs (event evacuation), stair climbing. Ability to sit, twist, turn, bend as required to perform duties within the facility. Must be capable of standing for long periods of time.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT ENTRY

Additional qualifications may be specified and receive preference, depending upon the nature of the position.

 

Active Louisiana Security License preferred; candidates with current credentials will be prioritized.

 

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma and/or equivalent; Associates Degree.
• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
• State Guard License is preferred.
• CPR and First Aid Certification a plus.

Competencies (as demonstrated through experience, training, and/or testing):

• Must be able to meet and continue to meet any applicable state, county and municipal licensing requirements for Security Officers.
• Must be able to meet and continue to meet requirements for specific skills, certifications or authorizations specified for the assigned site.
• Knowledge of security operations and procedures.
• Ability to provide positive direction and motivate performance.
• Understanding of a variety of security and safety devices and controls.
• Ability to learn quickly and carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form.
• Ability to track and maintain schedule assignments.
• Ability to be an effective team member.
• Ability to maintain professional composure when dealing with unusual circumstances.
• Ability to adapt to various sites and changes in post procedures.
• Ability to adapt to changes in the external environment and organization.
• Ability to write routine correspondence, including logs and reports.
• Good organizational skills.
• Strong customer service and results orientation.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with clients, at various social levels and across diverse cultures.

WORKING CONDITIONS (Physical/Mental Demands)

With or without reasonable accommodation, requires the physical and mental capacity to perform effectively all essential functions. In addition to other demands, the demands of the job include:

• Maintaining composure in dealing with authorities, executives, clients, staff and the public, occasionally under conditions of urgency and in pressure situations.
• May be exposed to stressful situations, such as challenging individuals who are in or approaching an unauthorized area.
• Must undergo and meet company standards for background and reference checks, controlled substance testing, and behavioral selection survey, in addition to any mandatory licensing requirements and site-specific requirements.
• May be required to work overtime without advance notice.
• Required ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently.
• Seeing, hearing, speaking, and writing clearly in order to communicate with employees and clients, observe and report incidents, and direct others.
• Frequent sitting, standing and walking, which may be required for long periods of time, and may involve climbing stairs and walking up inclines and on uneven terrain.
• Occasional reaching with hands and arms, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling.
• Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds, occasional lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds, and additional lifting and/or moving ability as might be required for the assigned site.
• Close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• On occasion may be required to perform stressful and physical activity.
• Normal vision or corrected by use of glasses and/or contacts for normal reading and viewing abilities.
• Depending upon assignment may be exposed to inclement weather or be required to work in environments or under conditions that require the use of protective gear and devices and/or awareness of personal safety and safety of others.
• May be exposed to or required to handle sensitive and confidential information.