Event Security Officer

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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