Event Supervisor

BEST Crowd Management; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Career growth opportunities

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

GardaWorld is seeking an Event Supervisor at UCSB to lead all facets of event security operations, manage staffing and credentialing, and serve as the main liaison with venue clients and partners. The role focuses on safety, compliance, and professional service for diverse events.

You will supervise officers, ensure licensing requirements are met, coordinate with law enforcement, and drive continuous improvement in security plans while maintaining strict scheduling and cost-efficiency standards.

Qualifications

• Be at least 21 years old or older as required by local regulations.
• Current CA security license required.
• Authorization to work in the U.S.
• High school education or equivalent (GED).
• Security, Military, and/or Law Enforcement supervisory experience of 2+ years.
• Excellent customer service is essential.
• Strong oral and written communication; proficient with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of event security planning, including staffing, access control, credentialing, ingress/egress strategy, and emergency response planning.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the venue and client partners on event security matters.
• Develop and implement event-specific post orders and operational plans with clients, local law enforcement, and emergency services.
• Recruit, train, and supervise a team of event security officers and supervisors; ensure readiness for each event.
• Conduct pre-event briefings and post-event debriefings; assess and improve operations.

Skills

Security supervision

Staff leadership

Customer service

Communication

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

CA security license

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Location: University of California, Santa Barbara

Pay: $23.00/hr

Job Type: Part-time, Non-exempt

Summary:

Join the dedicated and professional team at Gardaworld, a leading provider of crowd management and event security services. With a commitment to excellence and a focus on safety, GardaWorld ensures the success of various events by providing top-notch security solutions. As an Event Supervisor, you will play a critical role in upholding our reputation by ensuring the safety and security of attendees, staff, and property.

Responsibilities:

• Lead all aspects of event security planning, including staffing, access control, credentialing, ingress/egress strategy, and emergency response planning.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the venue and client partners on all event security matters.
• Develop and implement event-specific post orders and operational plans in collaboration with clients, local law enforcement, and emergency services.
• Recruit, train, and supervise a team of event security officers and supervisors, ensuring readiness for each scheduled event.
• Conduct pre-event briefings and post-event debriefings; analyze operational effectiveness and recommend improvements.
• Maintain accurate scheduling and deployment records to ensure compliance with labor and licensing laws.
• Ensure staff are following licensing and certification requirements specific to event security.
• Oversee incident documentation and report generation; manage on-site response to incidents including altercations, medical emergencies, and crowd control situations.
• Promote and enforce all safety and customer service standards in alignment with client and company expectations.
• Monitor and assess potential vulnerabilities and risks for each event, coordinate mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with internal HR and Compliance teams regarding employee performance, training needs, and corrective actions.
• Ensure operational excellence and cost efficiency in event security delivery.

Requirements:

• Be at least 21 years old (age requirements may vary depending on local regulations).
• Current valid CA security license required.
• Authorization to work in the U.S.
• High school education or equivalent (GED)
• Security, Military, and/or Law Enforcement supervisory experience of at least 2 years or more
• Excellent customer service is always your top priority.
• Effective oral and written communication skills. Proficient computer skills to include Microsoft Office.
• Must be accountable and possess the ability to hold subordinate officers accountable.
• Leadership or management experience required. Must be personable and have soft skills.
• Enjoy competitive pay based on your experience and qualifications.
• Take advantage of opportunities for career growth and advancement within the company.
• Enhance your skills and knowledge through training and development programs.
• Benefit from flexible scheduling options to accommodate your personal needs.
• Be part of a positive and supportive work environment that values diversity and inclusion.

EEOC Statement:

It is the policy of GardaWorld to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability in accordance with applicable federal laws. In addition, GardaWorld complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to hiring, placement, assignment, promotion, termination, layoffs, recalls, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. It is also the policy of GardaWorld not to honor requests that employees be assigned on the basis of sex or any other classification protected by law, unless such request is based on a bona fide occupational qualification for that assignment.