Security Officer

The Walt Disney Company; City of Hudson (NY); On-site; USD 43,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401K participation

Retirement savings plan

Discounts on offerings

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

The Walt Disney Company in New York, NY is seeking a Security Officer to protect guests, cast and events across Disney properties. The role involves screening visitors, patrolling perimeters, handling incidents, and coordinating with first responders.

You’ll work a shift-based schedule outdoors in all weather, with a focus on professionalism and teamwork. The position offers full-time employment, a 40-hour week, eligibility for benefits including medical/dental/vision, 401K, paid time off, and

Qualifications

• 1 year of corporate security, law enforcement or military experience preferred.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken.
• Ability to make quick, informed decisions under pressure.
• Strong team orientation and collaborative mindset.
• Physical ability to perform outdoor security duties in all weather.
• Flexible in shifting hours and overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors, check IDs, and issue temporary IDs at entrances.
• Screen audience lines at live events and protect guests during shows.
• patrol hallways and building perimeters for safety issues.
• Document incidents accurately in logs and reports.
• Respond to medical or fire incidents in coordination with responders.
• Control messenger flow and manage package deliveries.
• Provide professional, friendly responses to questions from visitors and staff.
• Defuse tense situations using training and diplomacy.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Fluent written and spoken English

Team orientation

Ability to make quick decisions

Professional, customer-facing demeanor

Shift work flexibility

Outdoor work in all weather

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or higher preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Posting Title:

Security

Req ID:

10161503

Job Description:

Would you like to be part of a team that keeps the cast, crew, celebrity guests and co-workers at The Walt Disney Company safe and secure? Our Security Officers do it all, from working special events like Disney shows to regular perimeter checks of our buildings and offices. If you thrive in an environment where no two days are exactly alike, and where professionalism and precision are valued,

As a Security Officer, you'd be part of a well-trained, cohesive team that provides 24/7 protection for co-workers and guests at our buildings and at special events. Your mission? To protect Disney property and safeguard our people!

Every day as a Security Officer is different! Depending on your shift, on any given day you might:

• Greet visitors, check company IDs, and provide temporary IDs at building entrances
• Evaluate and screen the audience line at live TV shows
• Be a security presence at movie premiers or private parties
• Patrol hallways and building perimeters to spot safety issues or irregularities
• Fill out the logbook precisely and completely
• Answer questions asked by visitors and employees in a friendly, professional way
• Use your know-how and training to diffuse a tense situation
• Respond to medical or fire incidents, and work directly with local first responders
• Assist private security details brought by celebrities, sports stars, politicians and visiting dignitaries - even the President has been known to stop by
• Control messenger flow and package delivery
• Utilize technology to report and document incidents and manage information flow
• Perform walk-through evaluation at off-site events

Here’s what you will need to be successful in the job:

• 1 year of corporate security, law enforcement or military experience
• Excellent communication skills, including fluent written and spoken English, and strong command of basic English grammar
• Ability to make quick decisions using your training and common sense
• The knack for talking to people in a friendly way that gets results
• A "team" orientation and willingness to collaborate
• Physical ability to perform all aspects of the job and be outside in all weather; and
• Flexible workdays/hours (this is a "shift work" role) and ability to work some overtime

It would be a plus if you also have these skills:

• Valid Security Guard license issued by your state
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience working under pressure
• Ability to take command and diplomatically control difficult situations

Education is important to us, here is what we are looking for:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Associate degree or higher preferred

Some of the perks we offer include:

• Taking part in ongoing learning on subjects such as CPR, Imminent Threat Assessment and First Aid training.
• Attending a movie screening or television taping, enjoying the full array of benefits offered by The Walt Disney Company including paid time off, 401K participation, a retirement savings plan, discounts on a wide variety of offerings, medical/dental/vision insurance and educational reimbursement-just to name a few!

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The hiring range for this position in New York, NY is $42,600 to $57,000 per year based on a 40 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

Job Posting Segment:

Security

Job Posting Primary Business:

Domestic Security Operations

Primary Job Posting Category:

Ops General

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

New York, NY, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2026-09-24