Special Events Security; Peace Officer), Part Time​/Seasonal, Fairgrounds

Position: Special Events Security (Peace Officer), Part Time/Seasonal, Fairgrounds

Peace officers working at special events, receptions, concerts, and festivals are responsible for maintaining public safety, enforcing laws and regulations, and ensuring a secure environment for attendees, vendors, and event staff. This role requires vigilance, strong communication skills, and the ability to act quickly and appropriately in dynamic situations.

Event Security and Crowd Control

• Monitors entry and exit points to prevent unauthorized access.
• Conducts bag checks or security screenings, as required.
• Manages crowd movement to ensure safe ingress, egress, and flow within event areas.
• Responds to disturbances, de-escalates conflicts, and addresses disorderly behavior.

Law Enforcement and Public Safety

• Enforces local policies and state laws, as applicable during the event.
• Responds to emergencies, including medical incidents, altercations, or other safety concerns.
• Provides traffic control on parking lots and highways.
• Provides a visible law enforcement presence to deter criminal activity.

Communication and Coordination

• Collaborates with event organizers, private security teams, and other law enforcement personnel.
• Uses radios or communication devices to coordinate responses with team members.
• Interacts with the public to provide directions, answer questions, and offer assistance.

Emergency Response and Incident Management

• Responds promptly to emergencies, including evacuations, natural disasters, or other critical incidents.
• Prepares detailed incident reports for any arrests, injuries, or significant events.
• Assists in crowd evacuation procedures if necessary.

Compliance and Regulation Enforcement

• Ensures compliance with alcohol consumption laws, noise ordinances, and other event-specific rules.
• Monitors and enforces restrictions related to prohibited items or behaviors.

Qualifications

• Must be a peace officer by the Texas Commission of Law Enforcement Officers and Education.
• Experience in law enforcement or event security, preferred.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

Occasionally:

• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles.
• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.
• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Adjusting or moving objects up to 50 pounds in all directions.
• Operating machinery and/or power tools.
• Working in low temperatures.
• Working in poor ventilation.
• Working small and/or enclosed spaces.
• Working in adverse environmental conditions is expected.
• Light work that includes carrying objects up to 20 pounds.
• Medium work that includes carrying objects up to 50 pounds.
• Heavy work that includes carrying objects up to 100 pounds or more.

Constantly:

• Moving to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Repeating motions that may include the use of wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.
• Driving a County vehicle or a personal vehicle for County business.
• Working in high temperatures.
• Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
• Working in noisy environments.
• Working in hazardous conditions.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.

Valid Texas Driver’s License is required. If the applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver’s License must be obtained prior to employment.

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