Part Time Security Officer - OKC Fair Park

OKC Fair Park & The Oklahoma State Fair; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 20,664; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) program

Possible Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Job summary

An events management organization is seeking a Part Time Security Officer in Oklahoma City. The role involves monitoring the Fairgrounds, securing buildings, and ensuring public safety. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent with relevant experience, strong attention to detail, and communication skills. This is an entry-level position with a pay rate of $15 per hour and various benefits available after eligibility is met. Flexibility for evening and weekend shifts is required.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail required.
• Ability to handle the physical workload of this position required.
• Speak, read and write in English.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the OKC Fairgrounds property including buildings and parking lots.
• Check to ensure all buildings are secure.
• Advise Senior Security Officer of potential security problems.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Ability to handle physical workload

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

5 years of verifiable experience

CLEET Private Security Guard license

Job description

Part Time Security Officer – OKC Fair Park

Company: Oklahoma State Fair, Inc.

Pay: $15/hr

Cleet training (Phase I & II) and/or a current/valid CLEET Private Security Guard license is required for this position.

Job Responsibilities

• Monitor OKC Fairgrounds property including buildings, grounds, and parking lots.
• Check to ensure all buildings are secure.
• Lock and unlock gates according to schedule.
• Turn lights on and off according to schedule.
• Conduct scan tours to ensure buildings are secure and to check lighting and maintenance issues after hours and on weekends.
• Complete Daily Activity Report for the property documenting all activity, including, but not limited to:
• Issues and actions taken including any issues after hours and on weekends.
• Tag numbers for any unauthorized vehicles.
• Times and tag numbers for vehicles entering the property after hours.
• Any police or emergency services activity on property.
• Advise Senior Security Officer of potential security problems.
• Contact appropriate on‑duty or on‑call Fairgrounds staff for issues with buildings for the purpose of identifying the issue and devising corrective action.
• Meet with Fairgrounds staff, and event staff, as needed, to address specific issues.
• Communicate with other security officers and OCPD regarding issues that may affect the public and/or Fairgrounds.
• Be visible on Fairgrounds throughout shift, patrolling at random.
• Assist in enforcing Fairgrounds policies, regulations, and building codes of conduct by taking corrective action or reporting violations to event coordinators.
• Be knowledgeable about the events scheduled on property to better assist the public with questions about location, show hours, etc.
• Assist in the prevention or control of parking issues, as needed.
• Maintain issued equipment throughout shift including handheld radio and body camera.
• Maintain involvement with Fairgrounds staff daily.
• Assist with emergency operation plans, as needed.
• Assist in other departments, as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Additional Job Requirements

• High school diploma, or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience in a similar position required.
• CLEET unarmed/armed security training required. CLEET Private Security Guard license preferred.
• Strong attention to detail required.
• Report violations of state laws and city ordinances, as required.
• Ability to handle the physical workload of this position required.

General Requirements

• Utilize task prioritization and effective time management skills to meet frequent and competing deadlines in a high-volume, high-stress environment.
• Perform detailed work in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment handling multiple tasks with flexibility in a calm, professional manner.
• Effectively communicate with others in a clear, business‑like, respectful and personable manner focused on generating a positive, enthusiastic and cooperative environment.
• Maintain high standards of appearance and grooming (i.e., clean, wrinkle‑free clothing, proper uniform/attire, close attention to personal hygiene).
• Meet the company standard for excellent attendance, job reliability, diligence and dedication.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Speak, read and write in English.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Normal tour of duty hours is typically an eight‑ or twelve‑hour shift.
• Scheduling is completed by the Senior Security Officer.
• Days and hours may rotate based upon factors such as hours worked in a week, day of week and activities at the Fairgrounds.
• Scheduling may be adjusted by the Senior Security Officer to best cover activities and special events at the Fairgrounds.
• Extended hours, nights and weekends may be required during peak periods.
• Frequent or continual movement from place to place with normal physical mobility, covering long distances with ease, managing assigned tasks throughout various indoor and outdoor locations within and around the property and in potentially inclement/severe weather conditions.
• Regularly lift, carry and put away items weighing up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift and carry heavier items and/or assist others in lifting heavier objects, as job demands.
• Walk and/or stand for extended periods in addition to other prolonged physical exertions including seeing, hearing, reaching, grasping, lifting, pushing, pulling, squatting, crouching, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing and working in awkward positions and tight areas may be required.

Benefits

• A 401(k) program is available once the employee meets the eligibility requirements for participation.
• Based on job classification, additional benefits that may be offered include Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending, Life, Dependent Life, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability and Various Supplemental Insurances.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Part‑time

Job Function

Other, Information Technology, and Management

Industries

Events Services

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