What are the responsibilities and job description for the Gameday Event Security position at LE010 Atlanta National League Baseball Club, LLC. DBA Atlanta Braves?
If you are driven to deliver exceptional fan experiences that are beyond anything possible elsewhere and interested in working alongside a team of innovators and enthusiastic over-achievers, you will enjoy working with us!
The Event Security Officer is responsible for maintaining the safety and security of Truist Park, its guests, staff, and assets during events and regular operations. These positions include roving security officers, access control officers and fixed positioned officers. This role involves monitoring access points, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, managing crowd control, responding to emergencies, and collaborating with law enforcement and emergency responders as needed.
An Event Security role may be for you if:
- You are prepared to work approximately 85% of the games following your potential hire date.
- You can report 2.5 hours before first pitch and remain on-site for up to an hour after the last out.
- You can stay active for a minimum of 6 hours, navigate moderate distances as well as ramps and stairs in emergency response situations.
- You can work in various weather conditions, including heat, cold, and rain. As well as available to work during nights, weekends, and holidays.
- You have reliable transportation ensuring you can commute to and from work for all games, including instances of weather delays or extra innings.
Responsibilities include the following:
- Verifying authorization to enter Truist Park property via ID badge and credential checks.
- Performing thorough security screening of fans, employees, vendors and guests via bag checks and the use of hand held and walk thru metal detection equipment.
- Maintain working knowledge of security policies and procedures.
- Respond to and report all issues or concerns pertaining to security/safety immediately to security supervisors, security management and other departments as needed.
- Investigate incidents to determine/recommend problem solutions. Reporting via Incident report system in a timely manner.
- Roving throughout the ballpark, Plaza and outer perimeter.
- Exemplify quality customer service and professionalism.
- Escort employees, players, coaches, special guest, staff and visitors as required.
- Assist with post-event security sweeps of the venue to ensure all areas are clear and secure.
- Secure and lock up restricted areas once the event has concluded.
- All other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent (Additional security certifications are a plus).
- Minimum of 1 year of progressive security experience with an established entity or managerial experience is required. P.O.S.T. Certification is a plus. Previous security or law enforcement experience preferred, particularly in a sports venue or large crowd setting.
- Junior or Senior in College majoring in Criminology/Criminal Justice
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Working knowledge of security search procedures and search equipment (HHMD, WTMD).
- Working knowledge of access control procedures and safety awareness.
- An understanding and appreciation for diverse cultures and an ability to work effectively and relate well with individuals of diverse backgrounds.
- Ability to stand for extended periods, walk long distances, and respond quickly to security issues.
- Ability to remain calm and focused under pressure.
- Conflict resolution skills and de-escalation techniques.
- The candidate must pass a criminal background check.
- May be required to handle high-stress situations, including crowd management during high-energy events.
The Atlanta National League Baseball Club, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. A diverse workforce representing varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences is key to delivering on our business promise to our fans and the communities we serve. All qualified candidates are welcome to apply.
If you are disabled as defined by the Americans With Disabilities Act and require a reasonable accommodation in order to complete your online application, including making a change to the application process, please contact our Human Resources team at PeopleCapital@braves.com