Event Security - Edmonton, Canada - Explore Edmonton Corporation

Explore Edmonton Corporation

Verified Company

Edmonton, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

About Us:

We are Edmonton's Destination Management and Marketing Organization (DMMO). We also manage two of Edmonton's award-winning venues, the Edmonton Convention Centre and the Edmonton EXPO Centre.

We help tell Edmonton's story, elevate the Edmonton experience, and drive inbound visitation and economic impact in the visitor economy.

Managed by Explore Edmonton Corporation, the Edmonton Convention Centre and Edmonton EXPO Centre both work toward a vision of being among North America's top-performing venues and achieve that vision through a commitment to positive social, environmental, and economic impact.

As two of Edmonton's largest and busiest venues, the Edmonton Convention Centre and Edmonton EXPO Centre have a combined 672,000 square feet and welcome more than 1.8 million visitors every year.

About the position:

The Edmonton Convention Centre Group is looking for
Event Security to join the team.

This role serves as a significant resource for our venues, providing a full range of services surrounding ECC events and ensuring the safety and security of staff, clients, contractors, and members of the public.

This casual position is great for those with flexible or busy schedules as you chose your hours.

Supporting events at the Edmonton Convention Centre & Expo Centre.
Ensuring the safety and security of staff members, clients, contractors, and members of the public.
Providing excellent customer service and creating memorable experiences.
Screening guests upon entry to events and roam assigned areas.
Responding to emergency situations.
Completing incident reports and documentation related to security incidents.
Must have a valid Alberta Security Services and Investigators Act License (SSIA License).
Must have ProServe and ProTect certification or be willing to obtain upon hire.
Minimum 6 months of security industry related experience.
Ability to address individuals in a serviceoriented manner and to perform their duties calmly under stressful circumstances.
Good written and verbal communication skills (English).
Possess the ability to stand, walk and sit for significant periods of time. Physical ability will be important to this position as security guards often have to handle and transport materials that are over 25lbs.
Possession of current certification in standard first aid or equivalent (St. John's, Red Cross, Emergency Medical Planning Canada
GMCC) would be an asset.
Useofforce and verbal deescalation training would be an asset.

Explore Edmonton encourages, supports, and celebrates a diverse and inclusive work environment.

We strive to create a workplace that reflects the city we promote and where our employees feel safe and supported every day.

If this role piques your interest, please submit your cover letter to let us know how you feel you could make an impact along with your resume.

**This posting will remain open until all positions are filled.