Convention Center Security Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $24.36 - $25.58 Hourly
Location : City of Anaheim, CA
Job Type: Part Time
Job Number: 2026-00169
Department: Anaheim Convention Center
Opening Date: 08/05/2026
Closing Date: 8/19/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
The Anaheim Convention Center (ACC), owned and operated by the City of Anaheim, reigns as the largest exhibit facility on the West Coast, hosting major, well-attended events such as the Winter NAMM Show, Disney's D23 Expo, VidCon, and more. Originally opened in 1967, the ACC now spans 53 acres with 1.8 million square feet of function space and numerous dynamic features. Our seventh expansion, completed in Fall 2017, added 200,000 square feet of flexible meeting space for our guests.
We are seeking dynamic, customer-service-oriented individuals to join our team as Part Time Security Officers. Under moderate supervision, Part Time Security Officers patrol the buildings and grounds of the Anaheim Convention Center to ensure security.
Current Recruitment Need:

• This recruitment is intended to fill only Swing (3:00 PM - 11:00 PM) and Graveyard (11:00 PM - 7:00 AM) shift assignments. Applicants must be available to work either the Swing or Graveyard shift. Additional pay is provided for working the Graveyard Shift.

Anaheim Convention Center Security is a 24-hour, 7-day operation. This is a year-round, 30-hour part-time position. Candidates must be able and willing to work either the Swing or Graveyard shift, including weekends and holidays, subject to operational needs.
IMPORTANT DATES:
Online Application Deadline:
Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at 11:59 PM
Please review the full posting, including environmental and working conditions, in the Supplemental Information section below.
Essential Functions
The following functions are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed functions and/or may be required to perform additional or different functions from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Patrol facility, handle calls for service, and issue citations on the properties of the Convention, Sports and Entertainment Department either on foot, or on vehicle.
• Patrol and issue citations on parking lots in the Convention Center or other City properties per direction of the City Council.
• Lock and close gates, bollards, and doors, check for any hazards or safety issues, and either mitigate the issue or report it to the proper authority.
• Check for water gas leaks and other hazards or malfunctions and take necessary action to have the problem corrected.
• Take Identification photographs, receive lost items, and requests for recovery of such items.
• Provide escorts as needed for safety precautions.
• Issue and safeguard equipment such as city-owned vehicles, two-way radios, access cards, keys, and other various security equipment and electronic checkpoint software.
• Exercise good, independent judgment and make sound decisions; understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Monitor and respond to computerized fire system; observe multiple panels in the security office to monitor doors, elevators, smoke detectors, and fire dampers; monitor numerous cameras throughout the facility.
• Act as first responder to any emergency situation, including building alarms, evacuations, or medical incidents.
• Conduct investigations as necessary of events occurring at assigned property and prepare a detailed, accurate, and complete report of the event; prepare event logs; maintain various spreadsheets, databases, and lists through the use of a personal computer for reporting purposes.
• Ensure that building and City of Anaheim rules and procedures are being followed by everyone on the property.
• Issue keys and equipment to facility employees.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Qualifications
License/Certification Required:

• Possession of a valid California Driver's License by date of appointment.
• Possession of a valid State of California-issued guard card by date of appointment.
• A valid State of California-issued Proprietary Guard Card within six months from date of appointment.
• Ability to obtain or qualify for AED/CPR training is desirable.

Experience: Journey-level experience as a Security Officer. An equivalent combination of experience and training sufficient to perform the essential job functions and provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
Knowledge of: City vehicle codes and parking laws; security methods, terminology, and equipment. Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Basic and legible report writing skills; City, State, and Federal rules, laws, and regulations as they apply to public health, public safety, parking, and public nuisance issues.
Ability to: Effectively maintain interpersonal relations and diplomacy with people; demonstrate professionalism, ethics, cultural diversity and discrimination awareness; operate city owned radios, vehicles; write clear and accurate reports; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; read and understand departmental policies, rules, regulations and instructions; use discretion and sound judgment; work independently; maintain availability to work any shift, weekends, holidays and emergency call out without restriction.
Supplemental Information
Environmental Conditions: Due to the nature of work assignments, incumbents may be required to work in inclement weather.
Physical Conditions: Due to the nature of work assignments, incumbents must be able to patrol the facility and/or grounds on a continuous basis, which includes climbing stairs, ladders, catwalks, and scaffolding as a routine part of security patrol and have good night vision. Must be able to lift and carry up to 75 lbs.
Supervision Received and Exercised: The position works under the technical supervision of the Lead Security Officer, who makes assignments and periodically reviews work.
Anaheim Convention Center Security is a 24-hour, 7-day operation. This is a year-round, 30-hour part-time position. Candidates must be able and willing to work either the Swing or Graveyard shift, including weekends and holidays, subject to operational needs.
** IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS **
Applications will be accepted until Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at 11:59 PM. Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Applications will not be accepted after this deadline. This recruitment may close at any time without notice.
The selection process includes an in-person written exam, followed by an oral interview for those who pass.
Candidates must be specific and complete in describing their qualifications for this position. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration at any point in the process. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference/background check (to include a conviction record) and pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination (which will include a drug/alcohol screening). The City of Anaheim utilizes E-Verify, and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization. Additionally, a Social Security Card is required for payroll processing; employment cannot proceed without it.
Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process, as you will not receive communication by any other method.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Anaheim offers a range of benefit programs to eligible part-time employees and their eligible dependents. Programs and benefits amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
To view the current benefits summary, visit:
https://www.anaheim.net/DocumentCenter/View/36803/Benefits-Summary-Part-Time
For additional information about the City's benefits, visit www.myanaheimbenefits.com then click on Part-Time Employees.
RETIREMENT BENEFITS - The City contracts with the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) to provide retirement benefits. Retirement formula is based on appointment date and membership status with CalPERS.
Part-time eligible employees become members of CalPERS as either Classic or New members.
Part-time employees not eligible for CalPERS are required to participate in the City's part-time 457 plan, as a replacement plan for Social Security.
To view the current limits and additional CalPERS information, visit:
01
Candidates will be evaluated based on the information provided on both the applications and the responses to the Supplemental Questions. Failure to fully detail all experience or stating experience on application or in response to the Supplemental Question but not listing the experience in the application, copy/pasting information, or responses referring to your resume may eliminate you from consideration. Do you understand this requirement?

• Yes
• No

02
Have you ever worked at the Anaheim Convention Center (ACC) in any capacity (including as a City employee, temporary employee, contract worker, or through a staffing agency)? If YES, please specify DEPARTMENT, POSITION, and DATES OF EMPLOYMENT. If NO, please write "N/A."
03
Our primary means of communication about candidate recruitment status is email. Have you provided a valid email address that you can access regularly? PLEASE NOTE: Make sure you check your JUNK folder for email messages that were incorrectly marked as spam.

• I acknowledge I have read and understand the above information.

04
This is a part time position that requires you to be available to work at least 32 hours per week. Depending on assignment, this position performs work during inclement weather, patrol facility and/or grounds continuously, which includes climbing stairs, ladders, catwalks, and scaffolding as part of patrol, has good night vision, and the ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds. Please check yes to confirm that you have read and understand this information.

• Yes
• No

05
Do you have a valid California Driver's License?

• No, and I am unable to obtain one
• No, but I am able to obtain one by date of appointment
• Yes

06
Do you have a valid California Guard Card?

• No, and I am unable to obtain one.
• No, but I am able to obtain one by date of appointment.
• Yes

07
How many years of journey level experience do you have as a Security Guard?

• None
• Less than one year
• At least one year, but less than two years
• More than two years

08
Please describe your journey level experience as a Security Guard. Also include when and where you have obtained this experience. If you do not have this experience, please type "N/A".
09
Are you available to work the Swing shift (3:00 PM - 11:00 PM)?

• Yes
• No

10
Are you available to work the Graveyard shift (11:00 PM - 7:00 AM)?

• Yes
• No

Required Question