Ballpark Security, Lead

DEPARTMENT: Security & Transportation

REPORTS TO: Manager, Ballpark Security

STATUS: Full-Time;
Non-Exempt

The San Diego Padres are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for our

employees. We strive to create an environment for everyone by including perspectives from

backgrounds that vary by race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, and national origin.

If you are not sure you’re 100% qualified but are up for the challenge – we want you to apply.

We believe skills are transferable and passion for our mission goes a long way.

As a Ballpark Security Lead, you will be responsible for ensuring that the San Diego Padres Security Department provides the highest level of professionalism and impeccable safety and security to all players, talent, employees, and guests of Petco Park, enabling them to positively experience America’s Best Ballpark.

You will accomplish this by providing operational leadership in the absence of Ballpark Security Supervisors and Managers, directing Ballpark Security Officers, coordinating daily security operations, and responding to incidents and operational needs. The Ballpark Security Lead will also serve as the designated Security Manager on Duty (MOD) for small-scale events held at Petco Park, ensuring that security operations are effectively managed and that all activities are conducted in accordance with department procedures, organizational standards, and Major League Baseball’s Best Stadium Operating Practices (MLB BSOP).

• Always representing the Club in a positive and professional manner
• Other duties as assigned
• Oversee Daily Security Operations
  • Supervise 24/7 security staffing and shift coverage
  • Conduct daily shift briefings to ensure that assigned officers are prepared for their shift and receive all necessary training and information
  • Monitor Avigilon surveillance systems and coordinate incident responses
  • Ensuring security officers are trained to utilize Raven Controls Incident Management Software for all department logs, reports, equipment inventory, preventative maintenance and shift pass on reports are accurately maintained
  • Maintain accurate incident logs, investigation reports, and security audits
  • Provide regular updates to management and stakeholders
  • Supervise and lead escalated issues with patrons, VIPs, and staff professionally
  • Promote a safe and welcoming environment for all facility users
  • Assist in the development and enforcement of Security Protocols
    • Ensure compliance with organizational standard operating procedures (SOPs)
    • Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations including those outlined by the California Bureau of Security & Investigative Services (BSIS)
• Event Security Planning and Execution
  • Attend necessary meetings to obtain event operations and disseminate to department staff
  • Coordinate Ballpark Security support for Padres games, concerts, and other large gatherings
  • Liaise with law enforcement, emergency services, and event organizers
• Personnel Management
  • Assist in the recruitment, training, and supervision of security staff and contractors including Allied Enhanced Protection Explosive Detection Canines
  • Conduct and participate in ongoing professional development
• Emergency Preparedness and Response
  • Work with the Manager, Ballpark Security and Director, Security & Transportation to implement emergency action plans for fire, medical, and active threat scenarios
  • Assist in the development of regular drills and post-incident evaluations
• Access Control and Perimeter Security
  • Oversee badge systems, entry checkpoints, and credentialing procedures
  • Ensure physical barriers…