Job Title: Event Security Guard – D License Required

Department: Event Security

Reports To: Security Manager

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Employment Type: Part-Time

Location: War Memorial Auditorium / Baptist Health IcePlex

Job Summary:

The Event Security for the War Memorial Auditorium / Baptist Health IcePlex and The Florida Panthers are hiring personable, attentive individuals looking for a part time, event-based job full of excitement. Each position is vital to our operation and we are looking for hardworking, customer-service oriented candidates to fill these positions. Our Event Security team members play a pivotal role in creating a safe environment for our guests from the moment they enter the facility until the moment they depart. While there are several Event Security positions during a given event, we are specifically looking for those with a valid Florida Class D License to provide security at our ingress points.

Hours per week may vary due to the event schedule, with shifts offered including days, nights, weekends, and possibly holidays.

Essential Functions: 

• Monitoring of access to restricted areas, exterior doors to the arena, and maintaining a secure environment for our visitors
• Controlling guest & vendor access to the Arena
• Checking credentials to control employee and visitor access to the facility during events
• Inspecting items that do not pass through magnetometers, possibly using a security wand to screen guests for prohibited items
• Monitor and respond to any security issues that may arise during an event
• Provide excellent customer service to enhance War Memorial Auditorium / Baptist Health IcePlex experience
• Escorting of guests when needed
• Follow safety and security policies, programs, and procedures with the ability to manage crisis situations 
• Ability to handle radios, speaking openly and professionally, demonstrating strong verbal and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with other employees
• Report any and all incidents to Supervisor or Management
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Valid State of Florida D Security License
• Previous experience in security and customer service is a must
• Exhibit an upbeat, friendly service-oriented attitude, actively looking for ways to help people
• Passion to work with people and willingness to learn
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills
• Assertive, detail-oriented, team player with a professional demeanor
• Self-motivator with the ability to work alone if necessary
• Must have a flexible schedule and be available on weekend/overnights.
• Have reliable transportation
• Must pass background check

Work Environment This position works in an arena where the noise level is generally high, crowd traffic is heavy, temperatures are variable – often cold; lights are bright or dark with occasional exposure to flashing lights and pyrotechnics. 

Position Type/Expected Hours of WorkThis is a part-time position. Hours of work are based on event schedule and are mostly nights, weekends and occasional holidays.