Security Specialist

The application window for this position has an anticipated end date of 05 /16/2025.

Company Overview

The Denver Center for the Performing Arts (DCPA) is one of the largest non-profit theatre organizations in the nation, presenting Broadway tours and producing theatre, cabaret, musicals, and innovative, immersive experiences. Through these experiences and alongside our robust Education program, we engage hundreds of thousands of visitors each year.

The DCPA’s workforce includes more than 300 employed team members in non-union and union positions (in partnership with seven unions). In addition, we employ hundreds of artists and contractors annually. We have a strong volunteer program which includes more than 300 volunteers.

Our Mission: “We engage and inspire through the transformative power of live theatre.”

Culture Statement

For more than 40 years, creativity and community have been the foundation of the Denver Center for the Performing Arts’ success. As a leading cultural organization in the Rocky Mountain West, we are actively participating in a cultural evolution of belonging and anti-racism. Our commitment to reflect the diversity and priorities of our community — in our workplace, audience and programming — has never been more present.

We believe that the theater can transform us — and be transformed by us. We invite you to be part of our Team.

Job Purpose

Under the direction of the Director of Safety & Security, the Security Specialist is responsible for patrolling the Denver Center for the Performing Arts complex, screening building visitors, observing and reporting incidents, maintain the safety and security of all DCPA property, individuals and patrons.

The Security Specialist is expected to be onsite support evening performances and events. This position provides guidance while troubleshooting and resolving security issues. Maintains all security equipment to ensure proper working conditions, including camera, points of entry, and control access. Maintains and operates the assigned post, protecting the facility assets while ensuring the successful production of events.

The Operational scope is that of multiple sites (two office buildings; one multi-use live theater complex comprised of four theater spaces; warehouse; one ballroom/events center, and 42 residential condominium units).

Primary Responsibilities

• Demonstrates personal commitment to the organization and provide continuous, quality work.
• Demonstrate safe work practices and attitudes, follows safety rules, works to prevent unsafe conditions and behaviors, and participates in organization and departmental safety programs.
• Patrol buildings, grounds, and report incidents on campus to the Director of Safety & Security or the Team leader.
• Required to assist in an emergency preparedness and be a conduit to our Crisis Management Team and Emergency Responders in the event of an emergency.
• Answer all emergency calls, including but not limited to medical emergencies, personnel safety, theft, and fire; contact emergency agencies as needed; develop and maintain a positive working relationship with executives, staff, patrons, local law enforcement and fire officials.
• Ability to keep records and utilize computer to complete and maintain all paperwork related to public safety including incident reports, theft, injury reports and reports on unsafe or hazardous conditions.
• Operate public address system in the event of an emergency and assist the Director of Safety & Security or Team Leaderin identifying high risk areas and initiate actions to reduce risk exposure.
• Provide safety escorts to various locations on campus.
• Oversee lost and found property and procedures.

Secondary Responsibilities

• Keep up to date with developments in training methodology and security issues in public serving and educational spaces.
• Responds to and handles non-emergency requests such as door openings and closings, personal safety, and security checks.
• Observes activity using CCTV to enforce DCPA rules/regulations.
• Assists any persons in building or on grounds needing directions or information.
• Follow the direction of the Director of Safety & Security.

Qualifications

• Strong presentation,…