Event Security | Part-Time | Rupp Arena

Oak View Group•Lexington, KY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Event Security is assigned to the Security Department and reports to the Event Security Supervisor. The Event Security will perform duties assigned as related to the event in regard to the overall security and safety of the venue, team members, guests, and clients. This role will pay an hourly rate of $16.00 - $17.00.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
General knowledge of the security industry, specifically in the crowd management areas of public events.
Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrate the ability to work well under stress and exercise good judgment, diplomacy, courtesy, and tact under all circumstances.
Must be willing to work flexible hours, nights, weekends, and holidays when required.
Must be willing to rotate to various positions within a shift as needed.
Must be able to climb to elevated locations in the building complex occasionally.
Frequently works under stressful working conditions, irregular hours, and tight time deadlines.
Must be able to lift, pull, or move crowd control barricades.
Must be able to work in and around loud noises.
Must be comfortable in working with large crowds of people.

Nice To Haves

Prior security experience is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Provides security assistance during the events.
Monitors perimeter doors to ensure no unauthorized access is gained to the event.
Monitors guests during ingress/egress for disruptive or inappropriate actions.
Monitors credentials of all personnel entering the backstage and other restricted areas.
Monitors and maintains a clear and safe passage route in and around the floor-level accessible seating area(s).
Monitors and maintains the safety of the performing band members and staff as it relates to the stage security and integrity of the event. (Stage Security Only)
Maintains aisles and insures guests are in their proper seat locations.
Responsible for maintaining general crowd control.
Assists guests in the event of an emergency evacuation.
Conducts visual guest inspections and checks all bags as required by Lexington Center policy.
Operates walk-through and/or handheld metal detector units.
Prepares appropriate reports and forms as required by department policy.
Ensures that housekeeping, safety, alcohol control, and security issues comply with department policies.
Performs special projects as needed or requested.
Performs other duties as required by their Supervisor.