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.
· 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.