Location: Denver, CO 80110
Employment Type: Event Staff (As Needed)
Pay: Up to $21.00 per hour
Schedule: Event-Based | Hours Vary by Assignment

Position Overview

Citadel Security USA is seeking dependable Unarmed Event Security Officers to support a variety of public and private events throughout the Denver area. This role focuses on providing a welcoming, professional presence while helping maintain a safe and organized environment for guests, vendors, performers, and event staff.

Successful candidates are observant, customer-focused, and able to remain calm in busy, fast-moving environments. Event assignments may include concerts, festivals, sporting events, community gatherings, and other special venues.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform routine walking patrols throughout assigned event areas.
• Monitor entrances, exits, and restricted locations.
• Conduct bag inspections in accordance with event policies and security procedures.
• Verify access credentials and assist with access control operations.
• Maintain a visible security presence to help discourage unauthorized or disruptive behavior.
• Observe, document, and promptly report safety concerns, suspicious activity, or policy violations.
• Assist with crowd movement and provide directional assistance to guests when needed.
• Respond appropriately to incidents while following established site procedures.
• Work cooperatively with event organizers, law enforcement, emergency personnel, and fellow security staff.
• Complete accurate activity logs and incident reports before the end of each assignment.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum age required by company policy and applicable regulations.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during scheduled events.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions while maintaining professionalism.
• Strong observation skills and attention to detail.
• Effective verbal communication and customer service abilities.
• Ability to remain composed while working in crowded or high-traffic environments.
• Reliable transportation to assigned event locations.
• Ability to successfully pass all required background screening and pre-employment requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in event security, customer service, hospitality, or public-facing positions.
• Experience working concerts, sporting events, festivals, or other large public gatherings.
• Familiarity with access control procedures and guest screening operations.
• Knowledge of conflict de-escalation techniques.

Work Environment

• Primarily assigned to indoor and outdoor event venues.
• Frequent standing and walking throughout the duration of each event.
• Exposure to varying weather conditions for outdoor assignments.
• Fast-paced environment with changing activity levels depending on attendance and event schedules.
• Evening, weekend, and holiday work is commonly based on event schedules.

Why Join Citadel Security USA?

• Competitive hourly compensation.
• Flexible event-based scheduling.
• Paid training and onboarding support.
• Opportunity to gain experience at a variety of venues and special events.
• Professional team environment with advancement opportunities for dependable employees.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Citadel Security USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.