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Security is responsible for ensuring a safe environment and providing customer service for all events and functions of the Owensboro Convention Center and Sportscenter.

This role will pay an hourly wage of $15.00.

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

Western Kentucky’s award-winning venue – the Owensboro Convention Center – is a full-service facility overlooking the scenic Ohio River in revitalized downtown Owensboro, Kentucky. The multi-purpose center boasts just under 102,000 sq. ft. of available space, including a 44,000+ sq. ft. exhibition hall, the 8,900+ sq. ft. Kentucky Legend® Pier outside over the scenic Ohio River, and additional ballroom, meeting, and pre-function space.

The Sportscenter, one of Owensboro’s most historic buildings, opened in 1949. It is a multi-purpose, 5,000-seat arena that hosts concerts, sporting events, graduations, trade shows, meetings, and receptions.

• Provide guest safety and security of the venue assigned with an emphasis on Customer Service.
• Enforce all venue regulations and policies.
• Able to handle large groups of guests
• Able to interact with other staff in a positive and productive manner
• Maintain control of your assigned sections or area.
• Able to adapt to a changing environment
• Perform bag checks and security inspections as directed at required events
• Anticipate and correct any trouble situations in your area
• Know general building information and locations of various amenities
• Ensure areas are safe for patrons and staff.
• Able to follow verbal and written instructions
• Able to work in adverse weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow, wind, etc)

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must be 18 or older
• Must be friendly, personable. polite, excellent experience in customer service
• Ability to manage high stress fast-paced environment
• Able to work a variety of events including exhibit shows, concerts, conferences, conventions, meetings and banquets
• Must be able to handle adverse situations such as inebriated guests, argumentative guests, volatile-angry guests and related incidents in a calm and professional manner.
• Previous Security experience is preferred, but not required.

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.