What are the responsibilities and job description for the Event Security Specialist position at Allied Universal® Event Services?
Company Overview
Allied Universal Event Services is a leading provider of event staffing and crowd management solutions. With a focus on delivering exceptional guest experiences, our team works tirelessly to ensure the safety and security of attendees at sports stadiums, concerts, festivals, and convention centers.
Job Summary
We are seeking highly motivated and detail-oriented individuals to join our Event Security team as Safety and Security Team Members. As a key member of our operations team, you will be responsible for enforcing access control policies, implementing security protocols, and providing superior customer service to guests.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in all aspects of event day preparation and execution, including setup, crowd control, and tear-down.
- Allow appropriate entry into each venue, collect and/or scan tickets, verify wristbands and badges, direct traffic coming in and out of the venue.
- Screen guests during entry via bag searching, hand wand or metal detector, and ID verification.
- Protect guests, staff, and venue ownership group assets by watching for security breaches at vital checkpoints.
- Respond quickly to potential crowd control issues and provide escorts for unruly guests when ejections are warranted.
Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
- As a condition of employment, candidate must successfully complete a background investigation and a post-offer/pre-employment drug/alcohol test; additional screening may be required if driving a customer or company owned vehicle.
- Able to use good independent judgment and discretion.
- Must be able to work overtime as needed.
- Outstanding oral and written communication skills.
