Event Security | Part-time | PPL Center

Oak View Group

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

Under the direction of the Director of Events and Security & Security Manager, the Event Security is responsible for maintaining the safety of the PPL Center, employees, patrons, and visitors. Event Security staff enforce all rules, regulations and policies of the PPL Center.

This role will pay an hourly wage of $14.00-$15.00

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

EVERGREEN ROLE : Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis; there is no application deadline

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent service to all guests, staff, and visitors of PPL Center
• Follow and enforce PPL Center policies, procedures, and code of conduct to protect the safety and well-being of all guests and the facility
• Monitor entry and exit points to various areas of PPL Center, both public and back of house, having knowledge of all rules and regulations for admittance to your area and knowledge of authorized credentials
• Screen employees, vendors, and guests and their personal property while properly operating and monitoring metal detectors, to include hand wand and contact searches as required or requested
• Take proactive measures to maintain safe habits and standards
• Investigate incidents as required, in such situations as injuries, property damage, theft / loss and misconduct
• Quickly respond to any crowd control / management issues, break up physical altercations, provide escorts to unruly guests when ejections are warranted;
• Aid in the orderly evacuation of PPL Center during emergencies
• Provide security escorts when requested and / or required
• Have knowledge of building layout, including restrooms and exits
• Inform Supervisor of developing issues before they occur
• Assist in seating discrepancies and clearing aisles
• Be aware of all special functions or activities that occur in the arena
• Write detailed reports to maintain accurate records in the event of further investigation or litigation in the future
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Strengthened by Our Differences. United to Make a Difference

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.