Security Guard

About the role

LEGENDS GLOBAL, the leader in privately managed public assembly facilities, has an excellent and immediate opening for a Full-Time Security Guard at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. This Security position is responsible for the day-to-day functions of securing, directing, and promoting security and safety in the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. This role also includes providing direction, safety and security for all event related activities as required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor computerized surveillance camera systems and fire alarm systems as required.
• Complete detailed reports on activity during shift and maintain daily log of activities.
• Maintain constant radio communication with Control Assist in the control of patrons that visit the facility.
• Ensure crowd control stays at a reasonable level and assist in conflicts as needed.
• Respond to emergency situations, complete incident reports, initiate AED/CPR/First Aid until EMS arrives.
• Conduct routine property walks around the building (25 million sq ft) including:
  • Patrol Service Corridors, Parking Lots, grounds, loading docks, offices, rental, and administrative spaces including event halls, meeting rooms and employee break rooms
  • Patrol Mechanical and electrical rooms to assure doors are locked
  • Patrol Event Halls and Pre-function Areas
  • Control flow of truck traffic during move in and move out on docks
  • Perform routine patrols inside and outside perimeter rounds every ½ hour
  • Restrict access to non-event personnel or employees
  • Direct people and trucks to relevant event places
  • Lock and unlock facility doors
• Be knowledgeable about locations throughout the facility.
• Be courteous and helpful.
• All other duties/responsibilities as assigned.

Physical Demands / Working Environment / Conditions

• Frequent stair climbing, walking on uneven surfaces
• Constant Vision (Corrected or Uncorrected), and Hearing
• Constant excessive standing and sitting, walking for sustained amounts of time
• Occasional exposure to cold/heat conditions due to weather temperature changes inside and outside during perimeter tours/rounds
• Occasional High Noise Level Exposure
• Occasional Verbal Communication (Talking)
• Occasional Exposure to airborne inhalants, dust, exhaust fumes (increases to frequent during show move ins/outs while working directing dock traffic)
• No overhead lifting, carrying, or push/pulling or reaching above head, or shoulders

Qualifications

• Good verbal communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to conduct walking patrols and stand on feet for long periods of time.
• Must be able to operate and use two-way radios.

Education And Work Experience

• High school diploma/equivalent preferred.
• 6 months to 1 year security/police experience preferred.

Hours Of Work And Travel Requirements

Shift hours and days will vary depending upon needs but includes nights, weekends, and holidays. Minimal land travel may be required. Position requires flexibility.