security and safety officer

LEGENDS GLOBAL

Legends Global is the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands. We deliver a fully integrated solution of premium services that keeps our partners front and center through our white-label approach.

Our network of 450 venues worldwide, hosting 20,000 events and entertaining 165 million guests each year, is powered by our depth of expertise and level of execution across every component — feasibility & consulting, owner’s representation, sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and content & booking — of world-class live events and venues.

The Legends Global culture is one of respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can be authentic, make an impact, and grow their career.

Winning is an everyday thing at Legends Global. We have the best team members who understand every win is earned when we come together as one unified team. Sounds like a winning formula for you. Join us!

The Role

Legends Global the leader in privately managed public assembly facilities and live events, has an excellent opening for the Security Officer at The PR Convention Center. The Security Officer is responsible for protecting the physical assets of the Puerto Rico Convention Center and ensuring a safe and secure environment for all guests, tenants, vendors and contractors.  Role includes risk and loss management, support workplace safety and fire systems. Also, must find, report, avoid, predict and fix unsafe work, workplace and workers, while incorporating systems such as fall protection, fall prevention and avoiding tripping hazards. Ensure that all health and safety risks and hazards are properly dealt with in compliance with OSHA.

Essential Duties

• Respond to all security needs and calls for services & safety related calls in a timely manner, work Security and local law enforcement as necessary
• Work closely with operations staff to effectively meet visitors and programming needs, inclusive, ensure smooth operations during activities.
• Perform exterior & interior rounds of the buildings as requested and note, correct, report any safety, security or fire hazard.
• Write comprehensive incident reports and conduct thorough investigations if necessary.
• Assist with control of loading docks traffic by directing drivers, parking, etc. to facilitate an efficient working area.
• Assure property is secured and prevents damages due to visitors’ negligence or vandalism.
• Prevent losses and damage by reporting irregularities, informing violators of policies and procedures, restraining trespassers.
• Work with Event Services staff managing large crowds under constantly changing event environments while providing excellent customer service to every guest.
• Operate and monitor security systems such as CCTV, Fire Control, radio communications equipment, elevators and Illumination controls.
• Provide guidance and assistance during evacuation of building as necessary.
• Provide security and safety inspection in the move in and move out of the events.
• Maintain organization's stability and reputation by complying with legal requirements.
• Write daily reports for safety inspections and for each event.  Advise and instruct on various safety-related topics: (protective equipment, use of machinery, tripping and electrical hazards, use of ladders and equipment, unsafe structures etc. Stop any unsafe acts or processes that seem dangerous or unhealthy
• Record and investigate incidents to determine causes and help the HR Department with any claim.
• Follow and adhere to policies and procedures needed to maintain safety within the venue, loading dock and perimeters
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Qualifications

• Strong written, read and verbal communication skills both in English and Spanish.
• In depth knowledge of legislation (e.g. OSHA/EPA) and procedures
• Knowledge of potentially hazardous materials or practices
• Experience in writing reports and policies for health and safety
• Proficient in MS Office; Working knowledge of safety management information systems is a plus
• Diligence with great attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present and explain health and safety topics
• Updated OSHA Trainings
• Follow guidelines as per OSHA, including but not limited to 1926 mandated standards as well as the general industry field reference 1910 & 1911
• Capable of working in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work under pressure, recognize problems and find solutions
• Ability to multi-task and handle a variety of day–to-day tasks
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for 4+ hours.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors, as well as in various weather climates.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, holidays, in addition to normal business hours, to coincide with events.
• Ability to frequently move around venue.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s or associate Degree in safety management or relevant field is preferred.
• A minimum of 2 years of related work experience.
• Certificate in occupational health and safety

Computer Skills

• Must have proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Demonstrated ability to learn new software programs

Legends is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply.