Supervisor, Event Security | Part-Time | UBS Arena

Oakview Group•Elmont, NY

64d•$30•Onsite

About The Position

Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet. Position Summary We are hiring a Supervisor, Event Security. The Supervisor, Event Security reports to the Building Security manager and is primarily responsible for the 24/7 safety and security of UBS Arena and the surrounding property. The Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day management of the arena security staff and associated equipment and technology, such as CCTV and access control. UBS Arenaâ¯at Belmont Parkâ¯isâ¯made for music and built for hockey. New York's newest premier entertainment and sports venue and home of the New York Islanders is developed in partnership with Oak View Group, the New York Islanders, and Jeff Wilpon. Theâ¯stateâ¯ofâ¯theâ¯artâ¯arena opened in November 2021 and has welcomed numerous top artists including Harry Styles, Sebastian Maniscalco, Billie Eilish, Dua Lipa, TWICE, Eagles, John Mayer, Kendrick Lamar and Post Malone. The venue delivers an unmatched live entertainment experience for guests including clear sightlines and premier acoustics. UBS Arena is at the forefront of sustainability, being awarded LEED Green Building Certification in January 2023. The venue also achieved carbon neutrality for operations in Fall 2022 which made it the first arena to do so on the eastern United States seaboard.

Requirements

Must have a demonstrated ability to function independently in a fast paced, high-pressure environment
Must have the ability to work flexible schedule including long hours, nights, weekends and holidays.
Must be comfortable working with the public and have strong interpersonal and communications skills
Technical knowledge in areas of Access Control and CCTV.
Strong interpersonal skills with customer service focus.
Skills in supervision, budget management and project management.
Highly organized with excellent project management skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines and work effectively in a high-pressure environment.
Ability to lead, give clear and concise direction, and provide feedback to staff.
Proficient experience with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, and Excel) required
Position will require working occasional nights and weekends.
Must have an active NYS Security License

Responsibilities

Responsible for providing security to public attendees at a ticketed event or an event open to the public.
Must have the ability and interpersonal skills to effectively service guests, clients and employees
Must be a team player and self-motivator.
Must be able to work flexible hours, which includes evenings, weekends and holidays.
Will be expected to work any post assigned to them.
When required, use provided communication devices such as two-way radios.
Operate detecting devices to screen individuals and prevent passage of prohibited items into UBS Arena.
Write reports to document incidents involving guests, employees and unusual occurrences