Event Security Officer Part Time

The Minnesota Twins are hiring a limited number of Security Officers. Preference will be given to Applicants with Corrections, Probation and/or Law Enforcement experience. All hires will be required to work a minimum of thirty-five (35) games during the eighty-one (81) game home schedule.

Responsibilities:

• Attend initial training as required to be prepared for the assignment at Target Field.
• Be aware of the potential threats to Target Field and the patrons who attend games here, including but not limited to current threats to sports venues and crowded public events, basic terrorism awareness, and responses to actual or perceived threats.
• Provide a safe and secure environment on Target Field property for the well-being of Guests, Employees and Team personnel.
• Conduct Security screening of Guests, Employees and personal possessions entering Target Field.
• Utilize walk-thru metal detectors and handheld metal detectors as part of the Security screening process
• Respond to calls for service on Target Field property which may include but are not limited to disruptive, intoxicated and/or uncooperative guests
• The ability to handle and resolve issues and/or conflicts in an effective, calm manner; as well as the ability to act with urgency in emergency situations.
• Respond to medical calls and provide assistance to Medical Responders as requested
• Complete incident reports as required.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Strong writing and communication skills.
• Pass a pre-employment background check.
• Basic understanding of the elements of State criminal code.
• Ability to physically restrain and/or detain individuals for Law Enforcement, or for the safety of Guests, Employees or themselves.
• Must be able to work a minimum of thirty-five (35) events each year.
• Previous experience in Law Enforcement, Probation or Corrections.