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Eastern States Exposition Public Safety - Security Staff in West Springfield, Massachusetts
Public Safety - Security Staff Job applications for the 2024 Big E are now open and can be filled out at - https://form.jotform.com/210244559291152 Please find job descriptions for many of the available positions below. Please check back regularly as more position descriptions may be added as positions become available. Questions about Big E jobs? E-mail employment@TheBigE.com or call 413.205.5050. You will receive a response during regular business hours. Position Summary Security Staff for the Big E are responsible for providing secure, safe and friendly environment for all fair patrons, vendors, and staff. Security Staff are the first line of interaction with our guests and initial communications are extremely important. Security Staff are also expected to provide directions, assistance, contact first aid, fire safety or law enforcement when needed. Security Staff safety is of the utmost importance as well. Each shift will have a Sergeant as the primary liaison for Security Staff, who will report to the Captains and the Director of Public Safety and Security. Security Staff will keep their direct supervisor appraised of all personnel and security matters during their shifts. Position Responsibilities o Provide security for the Big E including preparation and execution of a safe and secure environment for staff and visitors. o Conduct wanding security checks. o Interact with visitors from security booths located throughout the fair grounds. o Work to identify areas of concern that require attention by the department, examples include but not limited to internal and external security, parking lots, proper lighting, customer service. o Be available to vendors, be proactive and visible. o Assure easy access to fairgrounds for all emergency personal responding to fairground needs. o Relates effectively to others using tact, diplomacy and courtesy to both staff and visitors. Respond to any emergency situations in the area and maintain control until an area supervisor arrives. Requirements o Ability to be professional in duties and proper wear of uniform. o Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma or GED. o Must be able to pass a criminal background check. o Possess a valid driver?s license. o Organized and have the ability to multitask. o Ability to assist local law enforcement and fire department personnel. o Ability to lift or move objects weighing 25 lbs. o Ability to walk, sit and stand for extended periods of time in varied weather conditions. Come to our Job Fair on Tuesday, August 13, 2024 from 10am-1pm on The Big E grounds. Enter through Gate 1, located at 1761 Memorial Avenue and follow signs to The Big E Job Fair outside the Greenwich Barn in Storrowton Village.