Part-Time Security Coordinator (Event Staff) - Iowa Speedway

NASCAR•Newton, IA

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Iowa Speedway is hiring for a Security Coordinator Event Staff member. This position provides a visible security presence to guests, and employees, and assists with questions regarding directions, information about the facility, parking, and disabled assistance. This is a part-time event-based position, primarily focused on assisting with Iowa Speedway pre- and post-event security responsibilities, during the period from April 1st to September 1st, 2026.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum age 21 years old.
Adhere to the company’s substance abuse policy.
Ability to stand for long periods of time.
Ability to work with others and take direction.
Ability to maintain a professional and courteous attitude with guests at all times.
Ability to work nights/weekends as assigned.
Excellent verbal communication skills.
Some positions may require a valid driver’s license and pass a motor vehicle license inspection report.
Ability to work outdoors in changing weather conditions for extended periods.
Reliable transportation to and from the track location.
Basic Computer Skills to utilize Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, ABI Scheduling Software, Etc.

Nice To Haves

Prior customer service experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide lock/unlock schedules for doors and gates at designated times to security staff members
Assist plans to screen all persons seeking access to ticketed and/or secured areas
Assist with crowd control plans, coordinate with staff to setup of perimeter fences / barricades, develop a comprehensive security plan for events to be approved by event promoter / admin staff when applicable
Coordinate staff to patrol the property and monitor for unwanted, unsafe, or suspicious behavior
Assist guests with questions and provide directions
Coordinate scheduling, training, and supervision of security event staff
Recruit and grow the security event staff department
Coordinate activities with other departments and outside agencies
Assist in the development of security, traffic, and Emergency Action Plans for facility / events
Assist in scheduling, contracting, and supervising third-party security companies
Coordinate third-party security request from vendors including invoices & collecting for scheduled security man-hours
Foster relationships and coordinate staffing with local, county, state, and federal authorities for event support
Assist with providing / competing incident reports and effective handling of the investigation processes
Communicate security status, updates, and actual or potential problems, using established protocols
Respond to emails and phone calls in a timely manor
Review current security protocols and discuss improvements when applicable
Other duties as may be assigned.