Job Summary:
Responsible for assisting in the planning and execution of games and events for Comerica Park. Ensure the security staff delivers quality service with internal and external guests through excellence in standards, presentation and professionalism. Assists in event activities such as gathering pre-event information, event planning, pre-event preparedness and managing ancillary components of events in consultation with Event Security Managers.
During events, responds to event related incidents which occur in the area and works with the Event Security Managers to resolve any security related issues. Completes administrative tasks assigned, including assisting with Crowd Manager check-in, equipment check-out, uniform distribution, attendance tracking and gate set up and break down.
At times, assists with the 24/7 venue security department to ensure proper shift coverage and screening.
Key Responsibilities:
Assists in security operations of ancillary events around Comerica Park
Completes event notes for each ticketed event and assists in the briefing of event staff prior to events.
Ensures equipment including walk-through metal detectors, hand wands, event related paperwork, wristbands etc. are in working condition and properly deployed.
Orients new staff during initial trainings and beginning of employment.
Assists in the tracking and presentation of colleague attendance and discipline.
Other duties and projects as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Associates degree or working towards a bachelor’s degree in area of study, preferably security management or criminal justice, experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills.
Must maintain a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Must pass a criminal background check in accordance with company policy and periodically checked thereafter.
Must be willing and able to work long hours, evening and weekends.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
(1) year of experience in security and safety, experience with, public or private sector security and event management.
Professional training certifications in Security Management or Criminal Justice.
Working Conditions:
Works at times in a normal office environment where there is physical discomfort due to temperature, noise, dust and the like.
Must be able to work in a variety of outdoor climates including extreme heat and cold, humidity, rain and darkness as well as environments that can include exposure loud noises to include crowd and concert noise.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. The Company has the right to change, modify, suspend, interrupt or cancel in whole or in part any job functions outlined in a job description at any time and without advance notice to the employee.
All items listed above are illustrative and not comprehensive. They are not contractual in nature and are subject to change at the discretion of Detroit Tigers.
Detroit Tigers is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to that individual’s race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The Company will strive to provide reasonable accommodations to permit qualified applicants who have a need for an accommodation to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a job interview) if so requested.