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Event Security staff are responsible for ensuring that the arena is a safe and welcoming environment for all guests. Security staff will be responsible for ensuring guests enter safely, safety and security inside of the venue, limiting access to restricted areas, and de-escalating volatile situations

This role will pay an hourly wage of $12 to $15.00. 

For PT roles: Benefits: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching.

6/30/2024

This position is based at our Ford Idaho Center. The Ford Idaho Center features a variety of flexible spaces to host events of all types and sizes. The Ford Idaho Center is a unique combination of three venues under one complex: Ford Idaho Center Arena, Ford Idaho Sports Center, and Ford Idaho Horse Park. The complex is flexible to meet the needs of events of all types and sizes. It is well-suited for conventions, meetings, tradeshows, sporting, social and entertainment events.

More information at fordidahocenter.com

• Greet guests as they enter the venue
• Inspect bags for prohibited items upon entry
• Monitor metal detectors for incoming patrons
• Control entry and exit points
• Maintain alcohol perimeters
• De-escalate volatile situations
• Direct patrons in an efficient matter
• Communicate and enforce venue policies to guests
• Secure the perimeter of ticketed areas
• Verify credentials to ensure control of access into restricted areas
• Recognize conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards
• Reports observations and incidents to Supervisors, Medical, or Police (e.g. accidents, fights, inappropriate social behavior, etc.)
• Prepares documentation (e.g. incident and activity reports, security logs, etc.)
• Performs all other related duties, as assigned by the Guest Services and Security Manager

• • High Schools Diploma, GED or equivalent preferred
  • Prior Customer Service and/or Security experience, preferred
  • Must have the ability to work flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays as needed
  • Ability to work outside, in adverse weather conditions, as needed
  • Must be able to work in noisy and crowded environments.
  • Knowledge and skill in radio communication
  • Ability to remain calm and focused in fast-paced environment and stressful situations

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.