Security Manager

SUMMARY OF THE ROLE

The Manager, Security for St. Louis CITY SC will manage the daily safety and security operations for Energizer Park, the Washington University Orthopedic High-Performance Center, and the St. Louis CITY SC Headquarters. This individual will help lead the Stadium Operations Team to provide a safe and family friendly experience for all guests attending events on the complex.

ABOUT TKFC LC | St. Louis CITY SC

In August 2019, TKFC LC was granted Major League Soccer's (MLS) 28th team St. Louis CITY SC. The team will be MLS' first majority female-owned and female-led team, and has its sights set on bringing the MLS Cup to America's first soccer capital. The 100% St. Louis-based ownership group is committed to the continued revitalization of St. Louis and the growth of the sport of soccer. For more information about the team, please visit www.stlCITYsc.com

Ownership's vision is to be an exceptional club and neighbor. The team will be a part of the fabric of St. Louis and become a symbol for the future of the city and region. This is more than sport; the team will work to connect the city and region through passion and purpose. The owners have long-standing relationships in both local business and philanthropy. Their reputations for integrity, honesty, hard work, and transparency are well-respected and earned. These characteristics define the team's culture, and the team's employees must also embody these traits.

The Manager, Security for St. Louis CITY SC will manage the daily safety and security operations for Energizer Park, the Washington University Orthopedic High-Performance Center, and the St. Louis CITY SC Headquarters. This individual will help lead the Stadium Operations Team to provide a safe and family friendly experience for all guests attending events on the complex.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Supervise security contractors to provide 24/7/365 security for the complex and event related security services.
• Manage physical security assets such as CCTV, Card Access Control, Parking Lot Access Control, Keying and Key Control, and Guest Screening.
• Manage use of St. Louis CITY SC owed parking lots.
• Provide Safety & Security presence for all assigned events at the stadium and training facility.
• Follow all department policies and procedures related to Safety and Security.
• Ensure compliance with annual Security Operations budget.
• Conduct safety and security investigations. Prepare accurate and detailed reports related to risk related incidents.
• Conduct daily risk assessments to the stadium. Develop risk mitigation tactics to reduce risk to the stadium.
• Assists the Director of Security as St. Louis City SC liaison with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies, fire, and EMS to coordinate security plans at the stadium.
• Ensure all emergency preparedness efforts including emergency response plans and business recovery plans are followed.
• Ensure all safety and security equipment and systems are in place and operational.
• Maintain contacts within the industry to remain up to date with latest security applications and issues.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5 years of law enforcement or military and/or corporate security.
• Bachelor's Degree in criminal justice or related field preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Experience in crowd management at a large public venue with a professional sports team.
• Knowledge in corporate facility and event security issues and best practices.
• Knowledge of security equipment, systems, procedures, and standards.

Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to maintain an effective working relationship with clients, employees, exhibitors, patrons and others encountered in the course of employment.
• Ability to effectively supervise staff.
• Ability to communicate with and take direction from immediate supervisor and facility management.
• Possess excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills and interacts with all levels of staff, including management.
• Remain flexible and adjust to situations as they occur.
• Ability to handle/resolve high tension situations and interactions with guests who may be acting in an "unruly manner".
• Excellent communication, problem solving and organizational skills.
• Work independently, exercising judgment and initiative.
• Must possess professional presentation, appearance and work ethic.
• Ability to work flexible hours based on events, including daytime, evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain a current AED/CPR/First Aid Certificate.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Calendar.
• Proficiency in incident command systems Ability to demonstrate poise, tact, and diplomacy. Strong teamwork aptitude required.
• Elevated level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive, confidential situations and information.

St. Louis CITY SC is building a team that is passionate about their work, the success of our Club and the growth and revitalization of our region. We desire people who hold themselves and others accountable and are driven by setting new standards for fan engagement.

TKFC LC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.