Overnight Security Guard - San Francisco, United States - Stern Grove Festival Association

Description

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Organizational Profile:

Founded in 1938, Stern Grove Festival is a free summer music festival in San Francisco.

Now entering its 87th season, the Festival draws close to 100,000 people during its eleven-week series of world class performances in the outdoor setting of Sigmund Stern Grove.

Past seasons have included artists including The Flaming Lips, San Francisco Symphony, Kool & the Gang, Phil Lesh & Friends, Patti Smith, Los Lobos, Bob Moses, Smokey Robinson, Ziggy Marley, Carlos Santana, Allen Stone, and Janelle Monae.

Position Type:

Seasonal, Part-Time


Job Summary:

We are seeking dedicated and vigilant individuals to join our team as Festival Overnight Security Officers for Stern Grove Festival.

As a Festival Overnight Security Officer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and security of attendees, staff, and property during overnight hours.

This position requires strong communication skills, keen observation abilities, and the ability to remain calm and composed in potentially high-pressure situations.

Availability and Commitment:

• Hiring priority goes to staff who can work most or all of the dates:
• Concerts: Saturdays from June 22 to August 23 & Friday August 22nd, 2024
• Orientation: June 2nd, 2024

Responsibilities:

• Patrol festival grounds during overnight hours to monitor for any signs of suspicious activity, vandalism, or other security concerns.
• Enforce festival rules and regulations to maintain order and ensure the safety of all attendees and staff.
• Respond promptly and appropriately to any security incidents or emergencies that may arise, including medical emergencies, disturbances, or fire alarms.
• Monitor access points to restricted areas and ensure that only authorized individuals are granted entry.
• Collaborate with festival organizers, other security personnel, and local law enforcement agencies as needed to address security issues and maintain a safe environment.
• Provide excellent customer service by assisting attendees with inquiries, directions, and any other assistance they may require.
• Document any incidents, disturbances, or security breaches in detailed reports and communicate information to supervisory staff as necessary.
• Conduct regular security checks of festival infrastructure, equipment, and facilities to identify and address any safety hazards or maintenance issues.
• Maintain a visible presence throughout the festival grounds to deter potential criminal activity and promote a sense of security among attendees.
• Follow all company policies and procedures, as well as relevant laws and regulations, to ensure compliance and uphold the highest standards of professionalism.

Requirements:

• Prior experience in security, law enforcement, or a related field is preferred.
• Excellent observational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to remain calm and composed under pressure.
• Physical fitness and stamina to perform regular patrols and respond to emergencies as needed.
• Availability to work overnight shifts and weekends as required

Overnight shifts are:
4pm to 12am & 12am to 8am.

• Valid security license or guard card certification is required when applying.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly wage
• Opportunity to be part of a dynamic and exciting event
• Gain valuable experience in security and crowd management
• Potential for future employment opportunities within the organization

Reporting Relationships:

Overnight Security Staff are part of the Operations Department. Overnight Security Staff report directly to their Safety Staff Manager under the direction of the Director of Festival Operations.


Work Environment / Physical Demands:

The work environment characteristics and the physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while successfully performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50+ pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Occasionally sound levels may exceed 100 db. All efforts will be made to protect employee's hearing.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the incumbent in this position.

They are not intended to be an exhau