Job Requirements

The Global Security & Safety department is dedicated to protecting the safety, security, and well-being of ESPN employees, guests, facilities, and assets. Our team provides security and safety services across ESPN-owned and leased facilities, as well as remote events around the world.

If you are a customer-focused security professional who can remain calm under pressure, exercise sound judgment, and provide a welcoming presence while maintaining a safe and secure environment, we encourage you to apply and Be A Part Of The Story!

Responsibilities:

• Greet, screen, and assist employees, visitors, vendors, and guests in accordance with established security procedures.
• Enforce company security, access control, and parking policies consistently, professionally, and fairly.
• Monitor ESPN facilities and identify, address, and report potential safety and security hazards.
• Perform access control duties at high-traffic exterior posts, including vehicle and truck inspections in accordance with established procedures.
• Conduct X-ray screening of packages and mail following required certification and operating procedures.
• Monitor fire alarm control panels, interpret alarm indicators, determine the type and location of emergencies, and initiate the appropriate response within established timeframes.
• Complete and issue hot work permits and perform required inspections and fire watch assignments in designated hot work areas.
• Respond to medical, fire, security, and other safety-related emergencies and incidents in accordance with training and established protocols.
• Prepare clear, accurate, and comprehensive incident and security reports.
• Provide a professional security presence at on-campus and off-campus events.
• Assist with traffic and crowd management by operating gates, establishing barricades, and directing vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
• Perform routine security system checks and provide general assistance and information to employees and visitors.
• Assist with scheduling maintenance for company fleet vehicles and operate company transportation as required.
• Support Command Post and Global Operations Center operations and complete additional security-related assignments as needed.

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum of one year of customer service or related professional experience.
• Minimum of two years of experience in security, law enforcement, public safety, military security, or a related field.
• Valid Connecticut Driver's License and Connecticut Guard Card.
• Ability to successfully complete required pre-employment screening, including applicable background, DMV, and drug screening requirements.
• Availability to work second shift, 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., with Monday and Tuesday off. Schedule is subject to change based on operational needs.
• Flexibility to work varying schedules, including weekends, holidays, overtime, and adjusted days off as business needs require.
• Strong customer service, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and make effective decisions in high-pressure or emergency situations.
• Ability to take command of challenging situations while remaining calm, professional, and diplomatic.
• Strong teamwork skills with the ability to work effectively with employees, guests, leadership, emergency responders, and other partners.
• Ability to work independently and carry out responsibilities within established policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Professional demeanor and the ability to represent ESPN appropriately in all interactions.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook and Word.
• Ability to operate company vehicles and transportation as required.

Required Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

PAY TRANSPARENCY

The hiring range for this position in Bristol, CT is $44,700 to $59,800 per year. The base pay actually offered will into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

This position is with ESPN, Inc, which is part of a business we call ESPN.

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