Security Guard (Event) - Experimental Aircraft Association : Job Details

Are you interested in collaborating with passionate people?Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) is a community of passionate aviation enthusiasts, and the only association of its kind to offer the fun and camaraderie of sharing the love of flying, building, and restoring recreational aircraft. Our vision is to expand an already vibrant and growing aviation community. EAA hosts the AirVenture Fly-In annually at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. This event is EAA's annual convention and draws more than 650,000 attendees and 10,000 aircraft.EAA is a sought-after organization with a competitive and unique benefit package, which includes the EAA Flying Club, career advancement opportunities, fun perks, along with being immersed around passionate EAA Members and Volunteers.SUMMARYEnsure a safe and secure environment for employees, volunteers and their property. Provide protection services to artifacts, displays and equipment. Provide a safe environment to visitors, including those who visit the EAA Aviation Museum and attend EAA sponsored or non-sponsored events and programs. Ensure the protection of EAA's facilities, buildings and grounds.ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Open/close the EAA Aviation Museum and turn displays and lights on/off.

Observe guests attending the EAA Aviation Museum to guard against possible problem activity and notify proper authorities if there is a problem.

Provide first aid services to individuals in need and activate emergency response protocol for injuries/illness outside the scoop of first aid.

Respond to security/fire alarms to investigate the cause and notify the proper authorities of the situation.

Maintain first aid supplies and equipment throughout EAA facilities.

Provide security and first aid services for after hours and weekend events held at EAA facilities.

Provide assistance to the Events department and Maintenance department as requested during and in preparation for events.

Manage event parking and traffic flow to include pedestrian traffic.

Under the guidance of the Manger of Safety & Security, participate in duties such as: Inspection, Incident Investigation, Security Equipment Inventory and Event Security Supervision.

Check EAA facilities, buildings and grounds to include leased properties, to determine if the building/area is secure and investigate/report any variances or suspicious circumstances.

When requested, provide security via special assignments

May escort individuals to protect them from bodily harm or invasion of privacy

Consider possible threats to VIP's safety

Embraces and supports the EAA mission and performs safe practices in the workplace and aviation environment.

All other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma.
• Familiar experience within the security field.
• Certified First Aid/CPR.
• Must be able handle flex scheduling, to include nights and weekends.
• Must be able to work outside during inclement weather conditions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

COMPETENCIES

• Basic computer skills
• Ability to work unsupervised and/or with a team

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• OSHA Certification

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSAbility to perform manual labor, lift up to 75 lbs., standing or sitting for extended periods of time, bending, twisting and working above ground or on irregular surfaces.EEO STATEMENTEAA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.OTHER DUTIESPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.