Event Security Coordinator - Richmond, VA

This role is a temporary, hybrid administrative and operational role that will operate out of the Richmond, VA area. This position will run from approximately June 22, 2026 - September 30, 2026There will be the possibility at the end of the tenure to continue in an increased capacity locally or in another branch within the company. Administrative Processes (event-based, approximately 1-2 hours per event day):Work with Administrative management team to learn fundamentals of scheduling, time processing, and compliance best practicesLearn basic HR processes including applicant tracking, interviewing and vetting, and hiring/onboarding systemsPrinciples of employee engagement - assisting to manage our employee roster in terms of communication and information distributionParticipation in staff retention projects Event Operations (approximately 50 event days, subject to change based on external factors):Security - Learn and help construct/deconstruct our hard and soft security perimeters at various sitesThis is to include learning the security equipment itself - calibration, maintenance, and repair when necessarySecurity - Participation in quality control oversight of perimeters and interior security staff and proceduresHelp to coordinate staff briefing and deployment, outfitting of supervisors with appropriate radio and weather gear for staffGeneral - Liaising with appropriate Event Managers and client Leadership to identify and problem solve issues as they ariseThese could range from personnel and technical issues on the tactical level, to timeline and talent arrival/departure plans on the strategic levelGeneral - Participation in pre-event Security and Operations meetingsGuest Services - Learn and help train staff on credentialing, ticket taking software and hardware, incident reporting software and hardware Schedule Requirement:Scheduling is event-based; approximately 4-days per week for the duration of positionSoft calendar to be distributed four weeks ahead, firm calendar to be distributed two weeks ahead Training Provided: Security Licensing Principles of Security ScreeningTraining on operation and maintenance of CEIA and Evolv security hardwarePrinciples of Security Staff Supervision and ManagementCrowd ManagementPossible/Schedule Dependent: Active Shooter Training Physical Demands:Must be able to ascend/descend stairs multiple times per eventMust be able to move and manipulate items weighing up to 100lbsThis maximum weight is push/pull for trolley loads, common weight of items to carry is approximately 25lbsWorks in all weather conditions and frequently during early morning and late nights during eventsQualifications: Minimum of one year experience working in a special event/live production fieldHigh school diploma or equivalentAbility to work in a team-oriented environmentProfessional conduct and presentation of self and work productDemonstrated ability to multi-task and stay on target with multiple end goalsMust be able to work early mornings, late nights, weekends, and all weather conditionsPreferred Qualifications: College degree obtained or near completionPrevious experience in a high volume, fast-paced work settingHospitality experience is a plusExperience with data visualization and analyticsExperience/understanding of Microsoft Office products (specifically Excel, Word, PowerPoint)We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.