Event Staff Security

DK Security; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rate of Pay: $18.50/hour

Job summary

DK Security is hiring Event Staff Security Officers to support venues such as Little Caesars Arena, Pine Knob Music Theater, and Meadow Brook Amphitheater. Officers will perform crowd control and provide safe, welcoming environments for patrons, guests, and performers.

Opportunities exist for evenings, weekends, and limited daytime shifts across Southeast Michigan, with a focus on reliable, professional service and adherence to venue guidelines. High school diploma or GED required.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Armed security work requires 21+ and Michigan CPL or LEOSA card.
• No felony convictions; clean background check per state law.
• Ability to pass a drug screening at hire and randomly thereafter.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication; fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of patrons, guests, and performers.
• Provide Hospitality Security branding in interactions with clients, guests, and coworkers.
• Follow venue-specific guidelines at all times.
• Conduct foot patrols to monitor crowd movement and security.

Skills

Customer service

De-escalation

English language

Driver's license

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

DK Security is hiring event staff security officers for Little Caesars Arena, Pine Knob Music Theater, the Michigan Lottery Amphitheater, and Meadow Brook Amphitheater.

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

Perks

• Rate of Pay: $18.50/hour

LOCATION

Sterling Heights MI, Rochester MI, and Clarkston MI - Southeast Michigan

JOB DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES

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

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.
• Use of De-escalation Techniques- Being able to defuse situations through verbal judo and other communication tactics.

Qualifications

• Job Minimum Requirements:
• Must be at least 18 years old and have at least a high school diploma or equivalent education certification, such as a GED, per MCL 338.1067
• 17(2). (Must also be at least 21 years old and be a Michigan CPL or LEOSA cardholder to perform armed security work).
• Must not have been convicted of any felonies, per MCL 338.1060
• 10(1)(c).
• Must not have been convicted of any misdemeanors related to dishonesty, fraud, impersonation of law enforcement, assault, weapons, unauthorized sale of information or evidence, controlled substances (including for marijuana), or two or more alcohol related offenses, per MCL 338.1060
• 10(1)(c).
• Must be able to pass a drug screening at the time of hire and randomly thereafter (including for marijuana).
• Must adhere to our company’s Uniform and Appearance policy and present a friendly, positive, and professional image.
• Must possess excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to de-escalate situations in a non-confrontational manner. This includes the ability to fluently read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• If driving company or client vehicles, or if using your own vehicle for work activities, must possess a valid State of Michigan driver’s license and have a clean driving record with less than 3 moving violations in the last 3 years, less than 2 at-fault accidents in the last 3 years, and no other major violations in the last 3 years.
• Must be able to move quickly, including running short distances, to respond in emergency situations.
• Must be physically and mentally sound and able to always remain alert while on duty. (Armed security officers must complete a psychological evaluation upon hire.)
• Must be able to sit, stand, and walk long distances, including navigating stairs, for the duration of the shift (8-12 hours).
• Must be able to work indoors or outdoors during all seasons.
• Must be able to use hands and fingers to manipulate keys, tools, and other equipment.
• Must be able to hear conversations (in person or via 2-way radio) in noisy environments.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. (70 lbs. if working as an armed security officer)
• Must be able to work independently with little or no supervision.

Education Requirements (All)

High School Diploma or GED

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

Additional Information / Benefits

• 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