Security & Events Coordinator

Oshkosh Corporation; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Oshkosh Corporation is seeking an Event & Security Coordinator to support security operations and run building events at the Global Headquarters. You will greet visitors, manage access control, coordinate with internal teams and external hosts, and help create a safe, engaging environment for team members and guests.

The role combines administrative duties with event support, requiring at least an associate degree and 2+ years in event management.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent in Event Management or a related field.
• Two (2) or more years of experience in Event Management or a related area or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Event Management or a related field.
• Demonstrates professionalism in verbal, written, and electronic communication.
• Experience with corporate security functions or applications.

Responsibilities

• Greet and identify all visitors to the facility; address visitor inquiries as needed.
• Collaborate with internal team members and visitors to maintain a safe and secure environment.
• Partner with the Oshkosh Defense Industrial Security team to maintain and enforce visitor access control, including preparation and issuance of access badges.
• Maintain access control databases, security documentation, and personnel training records.
• Catalog, review, and track changes to security policy
• Maintain and reorder inventory of security, medical, and safety related equipment
• Track and maintain personnel security processes and related data.
• Manage administrative communications, including call handling, message coordination, and conference call scheduling.
• Assist with preparing presentations and reports, which may include research and compiling data.
• Serve as system administrator and subject matter expert for Total Connect (alarm system), AlertMedia (emergency notifications), Samdesk (risk intelligence), Envoy (visitor management), and Security SharePoint.
• Execute miscellaneous administrative duties including maintaining files, ordering supplies, and processing invoices.
• Assist with coordination and communication with internal and external event hosts regarding all aspects of events including timing, food/beverage, audio-visual, room allocation, security, janitorial amenities, room layout, visitor management and other technical requirements.
• Support the prioritization of events based on business needs, community engagement, and team member requirements.
• Assist with developing and maintaining a standard process for event requests, collaborating with Facilities, Safety, and Security teams to ensure building processes are followed.
• Serve as the point of contact for event hosts on the day of the event, supporting final setup and execution.
• Provide building tours to VIP guests and event groups
• Commitment to upholding the company’s standards of professionalism, integrity, and respectful workplace behavior.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Event management

Independent work

Initiative

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate’s Degree in Event Management or related field

Bachelor’s degree in Event Management or related field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Outlook

SharePoint

Job description

Oshkosh Corporation is seeking an Event & Security Coordinator to support security operations and run building events at the Global Headquarters. You will greet visitors, manage access control, coordinate with internal teams and external hosts, and help create a safe, engaging environment for team members and guests.

The role combines administrative duties with event support, requiring at least an associate degree and 2+ years in event management.