Event Security Officer | Part-Time | UBS Arena Job Elmont area,New York USA,Entertainment & Gaming

Oak View Group

Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents.

Position Summary

UBS Arena is hiring Event Security Officers
. The Event Security Officer reports to the Event Security Manager and is primarily responsible for security operations during all events. The Event Security Officer ensures that all operational activities are effective and meet industry show standards as well as a strong focus on customer satisfaction requirements.

This role pays an hourly rate of $24.15 (per CBA).

Benefits As Per The Union Agreement.

This position will remain open until October 23, 2026.

About The Venue

UBS Arena
at Belmont Parkismade for music and built for hockey. New York's newest premier entertainment and sports venue and home of the New York Islanders is developed in partnership with Oak View Group, the New York Islanders, and Jeff Wilpon. Thestateoftheartarena opened in November 2021 and has welcomed numerous top artists, including Harry Styles, Sebastian Maniscalco, Billie Eilish, Dua Lipa, TWICE, Eagles, John Mayer, Kendrick Lamar, and Post Malone.

The venue delivers an unmatched live entertainment experience for guests, including clear sightlines and premier acoustics.

UBS Arena is at the forefront of sustainability, being awarded LEED Green Building Certification in January 2023. The venue also achieved carbon neutrality for operations in Fall 2022 which made it the first arena to do so on the eastern United States seaboard.

Responsibilities

Responsible for providing overall security for all ticketed and non-ticketed events.
Effectively service guests, clients, and employees.
Team player and self-motivator.
Work flexible hours to include evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Will be expected to work all posts assigned to them.
When required, use company-provided and approved communication devices such as two-way radios.
Operate detecting devices and equipment to screen all individuals and prevent the passage of prohibited items into UBS Arena.
Write reports to document incidents involving guests and employees.

Qualifications

1-3 years of previous experience in an Event Security role preferred.
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
Must have a demonstrated ability to function independently in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
Must be comfortable working with the public and have strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Must hold and maintain an active NYS Security License.

Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people
, improves our service
, and raises our excellence
. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis ("protected class") including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.#J-18808-Ljbffr