Event Staff Amway Soccer Stadium

DK Security, Inc.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rate $18.50/hr

Benefits (eligibility)

Shuttle service

Job summary

DK Security, Inc. in Grand Rapids is seeking Event Staff Security Officers to ensure the safety of attendees at concerts, sports events, trade shows and conferences across various venues.

Positions include evenings/weekends with limited day shifts. You must be at least 18, hold a HS diploma or GED, and be able to pass a background check. Benefits and a shuttle service are provided where eligible.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• No felony convictions; pass a criminal background check.
• Available to work a minimum of 4+ events per month.
• Excellent customer service and verbal communication skills.
• Physical requirements: stand/walk 4–8 hours; respond to emergencies; outdoor work; hear in noisy environments; lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and wellbeing of patrons, guests, and performers.
• Provide hospitality security to clients, guests, and coworkers.
• Perform access control and follow venue guidelines.
• Conduct foot patrols as required.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal communication

De-escalation techniques

Reliability

Punctuality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

DK Security is Michigan’s fastest growing security company. Established in 1995, we began as an investigations firm and quickly expanded to provide uniform security, event staff security, loss prevention services, and much more based on the needs of our clients.

DK Security can provide you an opportunity to grow, develop and meet new people in a professional setting. We offer you the opportunity to enjoy the atmosphere of working on a team in a position that serves a critical purpose. DK has earned a reputable name in the security industry thanks to our outstanding officers that work in the field, and we cannot wait to have you join our team!

Job Skills / Requirements

SCOPE: Event Staff Security Officers utilize their outstanding customer service skills to provide crowd control services for events such as concerts, sporting events, trade shows and conferences at various locations. Event Staff Security Officers ensure the safety of patrons, employees, and visitors at large (and small) scale events.

Current Openings

• Evenings/Weekends
• Limited Day shifts
• Scheduled for a minimum 4-6 events per month

Perks

• Rate of Pay: $18.50/hour
• Benefits (eligibility requirements apply): On & Off the Job Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Identity Theft Protection, and Paid Medical Leave (Eligibility Requirements Apply)
• SHUTTLE SERVICE offered to transport employees to and from various designated parking locations to the Amphitheater.

LOCATION

Downtown and Metro Grand Rapids, MI Event Venues

JOB DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Safety and wellbeing of patrons, guests, and performers.
• Hospitality Security with all clients, guests, and co-workers.
• Access Control
• Must follow venue specific guidelines.
• Foot Patrols

SUCCESS

• Reliability- Report for your shift on time, presentable, and in the prescribed uniform.
• Friendly Personality- Being able to balance our expectations of outstanding customer service while maintaining client policies and enforcing rules.
• Following Company and Client Policies- Be able to read and interpret written post guidelines, follow procedures as outlined and ensure all tasks are completed throughout the shift.
• Use of De-escalation Techniques- Being able to defuse situations through and other communication tactics.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old or older.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• May NOT have any felony convictions and must be able to pass a criminal background check in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
• Must be available to work at minimum 4+ events per month.
• Must have excellent customer service and verbal communication skills.
• Physical Requirements include:
  • Must be able to stand or walk for 4–8-hour shifts.
  • Must be readily able to respond to emergency situations.
  • Must be able to work outdoors during operational hours.
  • Must be able to hear conversations (in person or via 2-way radio) in noisy environments.
  • Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.

By submitting your application, you agree to be contacted via phone, email, and/or text message regarding your candidacy, scheduling, and other instructions on how to move forward in our hiring process.

Education Requirements (All)

High School Diploma or GED

Additional Information / Benefits

DK Security is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants have rights under federal employment law.

E-Verify Participation Poster

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)

Immigrant and Employee Rights – Right to Work

Equal Employment Opportunity – Workplace Discrimination is Illegal