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.

This position is committed to providing World Class Service for all  events.  The Event Security position is responsible for ensuring the safety and security for all events.  Special security assignments may be available during non-event days/nights.  The security team is a provider of direct service to our guests and must always exhibit a professional and courteous demeanor.

This PT role pays an hourly wage of $20. 

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

This job will remain open until 12/31/2024.

The award-winning Saint Charles Convention Center is the most elegant full-service convention venue in the Saint Louis Metro Area.  Proudly managed by Oakview Group Management, the facility boasts 154,000 square feet of flexible space, accommodating a wide range of events from 10-3,000 attendees. An IAVM Venue Excellence Award Winner and one of St. Louis’ Top Workplaces, the venue is highly-rated by clients and staff.

FACILITY FEATURES

The Saint Charles Convention Center contains 1,200 free parking spaces, 21 meeting rooms and breakouts, two elegant ballrooms, and an expandable exhibit hall with carpet and drape options. In-house services include delicious food and beverage, experienced event planners, audio visual, decorating, onsite security, marketing and more. 

• Respond to all emergency situations.
• Conduct investigations of all alleged violations of criminal law and company policy.
• Inspect packages, locker rooms, etc. (for detection of and or prevention of violations of criminal law and company policy).
• Prepare reports as directed by Security Manager or Director of Operations.
• Patrol assigned facility locations; lock and unlock doors as required.
• Monitor event activity areas as well as entrances and exits.
• Observe facilities and equipment for needed maintenance and repairs; recognize and report damage and safety hazards.
• Be aware of the location and use of emergency alarms and equipment; follow established procedures in case of fire, disorder or other emergency situation.
• Control parking, pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
• Observe general public; provide general information, directions and assistance to facility guests; report suspicious behavior to Security Base.
• Maintain a high degree of visibility and professionalism; respond to various situations, issues and requests for assistance; prepare incident reports in accordance with departmental standards.
• Assist emergency medical personnel by directing traffic, crowd control and securing needed equipment.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contracted in the course of work.
• Provide excellent customer service assistance to internal and external clients.

• Ability to work effectively in a service oriented environment subject to frequently changing priorities.
• Knowledge of safe work practices.
• Computer literacy
• Requires the ability to gather & interpret information and accurately complete required reporting procedures in a timely manner.
• Requires good judgment and the ability to maintain confidentiality as required.

• Position is an on call position with no minimum number of hours guaranteed. Work schedules are determined by event activity.
• Must be able to work weekend/holiday hours
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have two years of Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighter, EMS or Military experience.
• St. Charles Security License is required or must be obtained upon hire.
• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid driver's license.

• Must be able to stand/walk for long periods of time and lift objects in excess of 50 lbs.

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.