Event Security Guard / Event Security Officer

Description

About the Position

We are seeking professional and dependable Event Security Guards and Event Security Officers to join our team in Grand Rapids, MI. This dynamic role offers flexible scheduling across a wide variety of local venues and gatherings, including live concerts, crowded festivals, private functions, community gatherings, and high-profile corporate events. Shifts are highly adaptable and include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays depending on specific event needs. As an event security guard or officer, you will play a key role in maintaining a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for guests, performers, vendors, and venue staff. Responsibilities include monitoring main entrances and restricted exits, conducting foot patrols, assisting with crowd management, and providing top-tier customer service. Ideal candidates are observant security professionals who remain calm under pressure and handle high-traffic environments with confidence.

Scheduling & Availability

· Varying days depending on the venue and event calendar.

· Flexible shift openings: Days, Nights, Weekends, and Holidays.

Key Responsibilities

· Monitor event entrances, exits, and restricted access areas to prevent unauthorized entry.

· Conduct regular foot patrols throughout diverse event venues and surrounding perimeter areas.

· Assist venue management with crowd management and verbal de-escalation when necessary.

· Provide excellent customer service and helpful directions to event guests, staff, and vendors.

· Enforce all venue policies and event rules firmly while maintaining strict professionalism.

· Respond promptly to medical incidents, physical disturbances, or site emergencies.

· Work closely and collaboratively with event staff, security supervisors, and local law enforcement when needed.

· Monitor crowds for suspicious activity or safety hazards and report concerns to supervisors immediately.

· Document incidents and detailed observations accurately in written post-event reports.

· Maintain a highly visible, authoritative, and professional security presence throughout the event.

Requirements

· High school diploma or equivalent.

· Reliable transportation to travel to various event locations in the Grand Rapids area.

· Ability to successfully pass a background check and pre-employment drug screening.

· Strong communication and interpersonal skills for high-volume public interaction.

· Physical ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time during long event shifts.

· Previous experience as an event security guard, venue security officer, military veteran, or law enforcement official is preferred but not required.

· Proven ability to remain completely calm and professional in fast-paced, loud environments.