Utah Royals F.C. Team Security Professional

JOB SUMMARY:

The Utah Royals F.C. Team Security Professional is responsible for the safety and security of Utah Royals

F.C. players and staff while participating in NWSL and/or team sanctioned matches, events, and related

activities while traveling, at America First Field, and in the greater Salt Lake community.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Team Travel:

o Travel with the team to all road matches during the NWSL pre-season, regular season,

and post-season NWSL Playoffs as well as any off-season trips as needed.

o Ensure the safety and security of players, staff, and company property while traveling.

o Assist with travel requirements to and from destinations.

o Ensure members of the traveling party are on the airplane and bus at the scheduled time

and that no personal items are left behind.

o Assist the equipment manager with monitoring all luggage and equipment until it is

stored and/or delivered to player and staff rooms upon arrival at the hotel.

o Coordinate with each road venue and team personnel regarding security and emergency

response procedures as well as any concerns.

o Establish and manage a working relationship with hotel security.

o Provide security at team-related soccer events as needed.

NWSL Security:

o Develop and maintain a working relationship with MLS & NWSL security representatives

and all other applicable personnel.

o Facilitate regular communication to maintain awareness and mitigate any current

security concerns or issues.

o Participate in conference calls with MLS & NWSL Security.

o Attend the annual MLS/NWSL League Conference.

Home and Away Match Security:

o Develop and maintain a working relationship with stadium security directors and all

other security personnel.

o Ensure security measures for arrival and departure of players, their families, and vehicles

are adequate.

o Attend the NWSL security briefing prior to the start of all matches.

o Monitor activity and communication between the fans and players around the bench.

o Assist referees on the pitch with player altercations and VAR review as needed.

o Escort players and coaches ejected from the match to the locker room.

Other Security/Intelligence:

o Provide security for player appearances scheduled by the organization as necessary.

o Attend events hosted by players for security purposes on request.

o Provide guidance on appropriate security measures to anyone hosting players for events,

appearances, etc.

o Assist players, coaches, and staff with cyber security issues or threats.

o Investigate and report any relevant or unusual situations that develop.

Compliance/Player Support:

o Assist players in complying with all state and federal laws, and NWSL guidelines relating

to firearms, driver license, and motor vehicle registration.

o Conduct security surveys for player residences on request.

o Assist player development representative with off-the-pitch training.

o Attend scheduled player development meetings and conferences.

Communication/Relationships:

o Help players and coaches understand your role.

o Manage communication and develop working relationships with federal, state, and local

law enforcement, and MLS & NWSL officials.

o Establish working relationships with management and security personnel of venues

frequented by players.

Administration:

o Communicate regularly with the General Manager, Head Coach, and President of Utah

Royals F.C.

o Develop and implement security plans as needed.

o Protect the legal, financial, and moral well-being of the company.

COMPETENCIES:

• Communicates effectively -  Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. 
• Decision quality - Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.  
• Action oriented -  Taking on new opportunities and rough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy and enthusiasm.
• Instills trust -  Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.  

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Law enforcement, military, or executive protection training and experience.
• Ability to think quickly through situations, handle real-time issues, and present solutions required.
• Ability to interact with coaches, players, and other staff and persuade various personality types required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently without supervision, taking initiative when necessary.
• Ability to take direction and follow-up.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others.
• Strong teamwork and team synergy skills required.
• Excellent ability to establish rapport with others and build strong interpersonal relationships.
• Exhibit good judgement and decision making skills.
• Available and willing to travel extensively, work extended hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Willing to work a flexible schedule.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Position will be required to stand and be on foot for prolonged periods of time.
• Occasional lifting of heavier objects up to 35 lbs. necessary when setting up and breaking down.
• This person must be able to communicate and express themselves both written and verbally
• This person must be able to observe, inspect, estimate, and assess
• This person must be able to sit, stand, bend, walk, and climb stairs for long periods of time

Smith Entertainment Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for

employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age,

sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or

expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and

conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer,

leaves of absence, compensation and training.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job

application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of

employment. Please contact us at recruiting@utahjazz.com to request an accommodation.

Note: The need may arise to revise, supplement, or rescind portions of this job description, and Smith

Entertainment Group reserves the right to do so at any time. Employees shall be required to meet the

qualifications and perform the duties of any revised job description.