Event Security Operations Contractor (1099)
About The Position
Stratoscope is seeking experienced, adaptable, and mission-driven professionals to join our nationwide Event Operations Contractor Network. Contractors will be deployed to support event operations, client coordination, and crowd management across large-scale, high-profile engagements. Depending on experience and event requirements, contractors may serve in specialized field roles such as: Lead of Zone Leads, Zone Lead, Courtesy Team, VIP Team, Quality Control (QC), Event Disruption Response Team (EDRT), Command Center Dispatch Operator, Entrance Supervisor, Operations Center Coordinator, Overnight Zone Lead, Public Safety Liaison.
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of experience in one or more of the following: event or venue security operations, law enforcement, military, or public safety service
- Excellent verbal communication and radio etiquette
- Proven ability to lead diverse teams in dynamic environments
- Strong situational awareness and judgment under pressure
- Punctuality, professionalism, and a polished personal presentation
- Ability to work extended assignments (Real ID / valid passport and credit card)
Responsibilities
- Serve as a primary point of contact between event operations centers, clients, and assigned zone leads.
- Oversee multiple operational zones ensuring consistency, communication, and accountability.
- Maintain situational awareness across assigned zones and provide real-time updates to leadership or clients.
- Proactively identify risks, crowd flow issues, or staffing gaps and escalate appropriately.
- Lead on-site security or guest service teams, ensuring positive guest experience and compliance with all protocols.
- Execute event-specific Concepts of Operations (CONOP) and coordinate with public safety partners, venue personnel, and guard companies.
- Maintain accurate documentation of incidents, client feedback, and notable operational developments.
- Act as a liaison between Stratoscope leadership and client / production agency representatives.
- Foster collaboration with venue management, staffing agencies, and security supervisors.
- Support guard supervisors and ensure post orders are understood, communicated, and followed.
- Train and mentor frontline personnel in guest engagement, communication, and access control standards.
- Manage and assist with executive or VIP movements with discretion and professionalism.
- Educate, monitor, and audit guard staff performance and adherence to post orders.
- Monitor designated risk areas, proactively identify potential disruptions or protests, flag through proper channels, and deescalate based on appropriate response CONOP.
- Bridge communication between law enforcement, EMS, and the client to ensure coordinated responses.
- Manage communications, dispatches, and incident tracking between all stakeholders.
- Support overall team needs (printing post orders, procuring team snacks, uniform distribution, etc.)
- Monitor entry points, anticipate crowd flow challenges, and maintain guest safety and satisfaction.
Benefits
- Travel expenses covered separately
- Access training, leadership pathways, and repeat deployment opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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