Event Security Officer

Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE: SPHR) is a premier live entertainment and media company. The Company includes Sphere, a next-generation entertainment medium powered by cutting-edge technologies to redefine the future of entertainment. The first Sphere venue in Las Vegas opened in September 2023. In addition, the Company includes MSG Networks, which operates two regional sports and entertainment networks, MSG Network and MSG Sportsnet, as well as a direct-to-consumer and authenticated streaming product, MSG+, delivering a wide range of live sports content and other programming. More information is available at sphereentertainmentco.com.

Who are we hiring?

Security Officer will assist and ensure the protection of the guests, employees, facilities and property of MSG Sphere. 

What will you do?

• Responsible for checking bags and screening guests and employees to ensure overall safety. 
• Controls access to the arena. Screens visitors, vehicles, and equipment entering the venue.
• Assisting and controlling guest ingress and egress. 
• Secures TV trucks, equipment, and personnel entering and exiting the venue’s loading docks in support of venue events.
• Observes and reports on security threats along the building’s perimeter such as: crime, scalper activity, loitering, and surveillance activity (of performers, players, venue activity)
• Escorts guests, clients, employees, artists, performers, and players into and out of the venue
• Learns and executes venue security response, access control, and evacuation plans.
• This role will cover various indoor and outdoor posts as assigned.
• Respond to all security assistance calls during events/operating hours.
• Any and all other security related tasks as directed by Security Management.

What do you need to succeed?

• Security experience with an understanding of security procedures and guest relations
• Familiarity with radios, Closed Circuit Television Systems and other security devices.
• Must have the ability and interpersonal skills to effectively assist guests, clients, and employees.
• Will be a team player and self-motivator
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Special Requirements

• Must be able to successfully complete physical fitness examination. 
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, have split days off, work weekends and holidays in a 24 X 7 environment
• General physical requirements such as lifting 25 lbs., standing for long periods, walking long distances, bending and constant motion is often required.
• Must be able to perform in various types of weather conditions and climates.
• Required Certifications
• Sheriff’s Card
• Alcohol Certification Card

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