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Job Title : Director, Team Security
Department : Denver Nuggets
Business Unit : Basketball Operations
Location : Denver, CO
Reports To : Vice President, Basketball Administration
Employment Type : Full Time- Salaried- Exempt
Supervisor Position : Yes
Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) is an American Sports and Entertainment holding company based in Denver, Colorado. KSE is committed to providing world class sports and entertainment for both live and broadcast audiences.
We are the employer of choice as the owner and operator of Ball Arena, DICK'S Sporting Goods Park, the Paramount Theatre, Denver Nuggets (NBA), the Colorado Avalanche (NHL), Colorado Mammoth (NLL), Colorado Rapids (MLS), KIMN,KXKL, KKSE (FM / AM), Altitude Sports & Entertainment, Major League Fishing / Fishing League Worldwide (MLFLW), Winnercomm, Outdoor Sportsman Group and SkyCam.
Nature of Work :
Represent the security interests of the Denver Nuggets Team and Staff at home arena, on the road with Team travel and all Team sanctioned events.
Assist with security services for the players, coaches and staff as necessary. Significant domestic and some international travel.
Examples of work performed :
- During Team travel, coordinate with each airport, venue and hotel security personnel to ensure team safety
- Ensure Team bags are properly screened prior to travel
- Work with Team equipment personnel to tag bags at hotel and maintain integrity of Team bags and equipment
- Coordinates team bus times and movement
- Assist with hotel security and arena security to conduct K-9 searches
- Develop a working relationship with local and state law enforcement agencies and NBA team security personnel.
- Set up police escorts where necessary
- Monitor activity between players and fans near the team bench. Ensure fans don't interfere with players, coaches and staff on the bench and the floor
- Work closely with arena security personnel at home and road
- Conducts investigations of incidents during games involving NBA players, staff and others as necessary '
- Escort players and coaches from the game to the team's locker room if ejected from the game
- Immediately report all unusual incidents involving players coaches and staff to the Team and Arena executives
- Oversight and investigate all team related security incidents including but not limited to vehicle accidents, citations, crimes against players, and any incidents requiring law enforcement
- Awareness of arena and NBA Weapons and Firearms Policy
- Attend Pre-Game Security meeting in officials' locker room
- Provide security coverage at Team events, such as but not limited to player appearances, autograph signings and Team dinners
- General awareness of arena Safety and Evacuation plans
- Knowledge of NBA policies
- Other duties as assigned
This description is a summary only and highlights the general level of work being performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive.
The duties of this position may change based on business needs. The Company reserves the right to add or remove duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and / or hiring authority.
Working Conditions & Physical Demands :
- Lift 50 lbs. daily
- Work in extreme weather conditions
- Regular Travel Required Qualifications :
- Minimum
- Minimum
- Minimum of 5 years of law enforcement experience and or elevated security related experience with high profile individuals
- CPR Certified
- Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
- Preferred
- BS / BA degree in field or related field
- Ability to acquire or produce and maintain a valid driver's license and meet company vehicle driving standards.
Competencies / Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :
- Maintain strict confidentiality at all times to ensure integrity and trust
- Strong skills in verbal communication and listening
- Strong people management skills.
- Knowledge of organizational policies and procedures both Team and NBA
- Knowledge of computer systems and applications.
- Excellent Customer Service skills
Compensation :
Base Salary : $85,000 per annum
Benefits Include :
- 12 Paid Company Holidays
- Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Life Insurance
- Short and Long-term Disability
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending plans (FSAs)
- 401K / Employer Match
Equal Employment Opportunity
Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.