Arena Building Security Manager

Player 15 Group; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off

Team experiences and event tickets

Job summary

Player 15 Group is seeking an experienced Manager, Building Security to support training and facilities for the organization that owns Phoenix Suns, Mercury, Valley Suns, and related venues. You will lead security staff recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing development while coordinating safety inspections and incident handling across high-profile events.

The role requires 7+ years in security with supervisory experience, OSHA certification, and the ability to work long hours during events in a

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication to interact with internal and external partners.
• Experience responding to escalated incidents and solving complex problems under pressure.
• 7+ years in security with supervisory responsibilities.
• Experience managing teams in large venues (100+ employees preferred).
• OSHA 10 required; OSHA 30 preferred to be obtained within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Deliver training programs for security staff including emergency response and de-escalation.
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing development of security team members.
• Implement briefing procedures and lead briefing sessions as needed.
• Schedule and perform routine safety inspections of the facility interior and exterior.
• Oversee security tech, cameras, and access control, with replacement planning and budgeting.
• Coordinate claims, incidents, and legal matters with internal and external counsel.
• Ensure confidentiality on lawsuits and company information.
• Maintain knowledge of life safety codes during events and non-event operations.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Incident response

Problem solving under pressure

Team leadership

Security operations coordination

Staff scheduling and supervision

Capacity to work long hours

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Security systems

Cameras & access control

Job description

Player 15 Group is seeking an experienced Manager, Building Security to support training and facilities for the organization that owns Phoenix Suns, Mercury, Valley Suns, and related venues. You will lead security staff recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing development while coordinating safety inspections and incident handling across high-profile events.

The role requires 7+ years in security with supervisory experience, OSHA certification, and the ability to work long hours during events in a