Event Security Specialist — Full-Time, Benefits & Growth

Allied Universal; Reno, Northern (NV, KY); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Time benefits package

Sick pay

401(k) retirement plan

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid training programs

Employee discounts

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring Full Time Security Professionals for a premier convention center and event venue in Reno, NV. These positions support daily building coverage and ongoing facility operations in a friendly, professional security role.

You will conduct patrols, monitor entrances, perform bag inspections, control access, respond to incidents, and provide outstanding guest service to attendees and staff at large events. Full-time hours with opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or five years of work experience.
• A valid Nevada PILB Security Guard Registration is required upon hire.
• Candidates without an active PILB card are encouraged to apply and may be considered for employment pending successful licensing.
• Must be at least 18 years of age or 21 for driving positions.
• Must have a valid driver's license with less than 2 moving violations in the past two years.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen.
• Ability to interact cordially and professionally with the public in a high traffic environment.
• Strong customer service skills and a commitment to safety and professionalism.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct interior and exterior patrols of the convention center and surrounding property by foot and vehicle.
• Monitor entrances, exits, loading docks, and restricted access areas.
• Conduct guest bag inspections in accordance with venue security policies.
• Operate and monitor X ray screening equipment and walk through/handheld magnetometers as assigned.
• Control access and egress for guests, vendors, employees, exhibitors, and contractors.
• Watch for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards.
• Identify prohibited items and follow established escalation procedures.
• Respond to incidents, emergencies, disturbances, and requests for assistance.
• Sound alarms or contact police, fire departments, or emergency personnel when appropriate.
• Warn violators of rule infractions, such as trespassing, loitering, smoking, or carrying prohibited items.
• Assist with crowd management and directional support during high attendance events.
• Observe activity throughout the property to help prevent theft and protect company assets.
• Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities; maintain written logs as required by post orders.
• Provide professional customer service and assistance to guests, employees, and visitors.
• Make emergency notifications as required by site post orders.
• Support a safe and welcoming atmosphere through professionalism, visibility, and strong communication.
• Monitor CCTV.

Job description

Allied Universal is hiring Full Time Security Professionals for a premier convention center and event venue in Reno, NV. These positions support daily building coverage and ongoing facility operations in a friendly, professional security role.

You will conduct patrols, monitor entrances, perform bag inspections, control access, respond to incidents, and provide outstanding guest service to attendees and staff at large events. Full-time hours with opportunities for advancement.