Event Security Officer

About the role

Join Our Team at Securitas – Where Your Presence Matters
We’re looking for professional, reliable Event Staff Security Officers to help keep people safe at concerts, festivals, sporting events, and other special events in Newport News, VA. If you enjoy working with people, staying alert, and being part of a team, this could be a great fit for you.

Qualifications

• Security experience (1+ year) is preferred but not required.
• Applicants must have weekend availability, a flexible schedule, and the ability to work all scheduled events.

What You’ll Do

• Greet guests and provide a visible security presence.
• Monitor crowds and event areas to help prevent incidents.
• Check tickets, credentials, and bags as required by the client.
• Enforce venue rules and regulations in a calm, respectful way.
• Respond to security or safety concerns and report incidents.
• Aid with access control at entrances, exits, and restricted areas.
• Provide directions and basic customer service to guests.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay starting at $17.00 per hour.
• Flexible, event-based scheduling.
• Paid training.
• Opportunities for growth within Securitas.
• Supportive team environment.

About Us

Securitas employees come from all walks of life, bringing with them a variety of distinctive skills and perspectives. United through our common purpose, we provide the security needed to safeguard our clients' assets and people. Our core values - Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness - are represented by the three red dots in the Securitas logo.

Benefits

• Retirement plan.
• Employer-provided medical and dental coverage.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Voluntary life and disability insurance.
• Employee assistance plan.
• Securitas Saves discount program.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid time away from work.

Additional Information

Some populations may have the availability to access earned wages on a daily basis, prior to payday. Restrictions and fees may apply. Certain waiting periods may also apply. Paid time away from work may be available either through a combination of vacation and sick time or under a PTO policy, depending on local requirements. Benefits may be different for union members.