Event Security Guard

As an Event Security Guard, you will be responsible for maintaining a safe, secure, and controlled environment in non-public areas of the venue during concerts. This position focuses on credential verification, access control, and monitoring restricted areas including backstage corridors, artist areas, loading docks, production areas, and other operational spaces. This role requires strong situational awareness, professionalism when interacting with employees and touring personnel, and the ability to consistently enforce venue policies while supporting safe and efficient backstage operations. This is a seasonal, part-time, event-based position beginning in June 2026 and concluding in September 2026.

Responsibilities

Maintain a professional, service-oriented presence; Monitor and control access to backstage and restricted areas; Use magnetometers; Follow all venue policies and security procedures; Communicate via radio with venue management and security staff; Respond to incidents, disturbances, or emergencies; Document and report incidents or unusual activity; Support emergency response procedures; Maintain professional appearance and adhere to uniform/dress code; Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

High school diploma or GED; Valid New York State Security Guard License; Strong customer service and hospitality skills; Ability to communicate clearly and effectively; Ability to remain calm, professional, and solution-oriented in fast-paced or stressful situations; Ability to make sound and independent decisions within established policies and procedures; Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment; Ability to maintain professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality in backstage and restricted areas; Basic understanding of radio communication and ability to follow radio communication protocols; Strong situational awareness and attention to detail; Reliable attendance and ability to report to assigned posts on time; Ability to work a flexible schedule including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays; Ability to stand and walk for extended periods; Ability to climb stairs and move throughout large venue spaces; Ability to lift, carry, and move items weighing up to approximately 50 pounds; Ability to communicate clearly in loud, fast-paced environment; Ability to hear radio communications and respond appropriately; Ability to move quickly and safely between areas; Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions; Ability to work in environments with loud noise, stage lighting, pyrotechnics, dust, and other typical concert production conditions

Nice to have

1-3 years of experience in security, event operations, hospitality, or customer service; Previous experience working in a fast-paced, public-facing or event-driven environment

Benefits

Security guard license classes offered