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Event Security Coordinator

Detroit, MI · On-site

Coordinates security operations for ancillary events in association of games and events at Ilitch Sports + Entertainment venues. * Manages security operations for some events at the Fox Theatre, ...

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$66K - $68K/yr

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Monitor security events that may impact travelers. * Conduct security risk assessments to identify, evaluate, and address potential security threats to the organization. * Communicate with other ...

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Event Security Coordinator

Providence, RI • On-site

Brown University
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Re-posted 19 days ago

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Job description

Job Description:
The Event Security Coordinator provides critical operational and financial support to the Department of Public Safety and Emergency Management's Events Bureau. This role works as part of the Events Bureauteam to facilitate the end-to-end lifecycle of coordination of over 4,000 campus security details annually, required to support major campus events such as Commencement Weekend, Dignitary visits, Athletics programming, student activities, and Facilities Management projects. Responsibilities include intake and review of requests for security; entering assignments into the DTS system; following up on unfilled details; creating drafts of quotes; submitting requests for municipal permits as needed; verifying overtime hours and submitting payroll; and coordinating billing for internal and external customers. Finally, the Coordinator provides back-up to the DPSEM Financial Coordinator, assisting with payroll and accounts payable as needed.
Major Responsibility: Coordinate the intake process for all security detail requests. (55%)
Supporting Actions:
  • Review requests received through the Web portal and via e-mail. Ensure that information is complete and follow-up when additional information is needed.
  • Maintain a tracking spreadsheet for all Event Review Form submissions and compile data into the Master Event List for review.
  • Post events to the DPSEM Operations Calendar and save all relevant PDFs/documentation to the Events Bureau Google drive.
  • Enter detail information into the DTS system to open the assignment bidding process.
  • Conduct a weekly review of University events calendars to determine if there are events that may require security but for which no request has been received.

Major Responsibility: Coordinate financial activities for the DPSEM Events Bureau. (25%)
Supporting Actions:
  • Assist with preparing event cost estimates for internal and external customers.
  • Review and approve overtime slips submitted by officers assigned to details.
  • Reconcile invoices from vendors and outside agencies and ensure that expenses are reallocated to the appropriate event sponsor.
  • Prepare final billing statements and submit internal invoices and journal entries.
  • Respond to questions regarding final invoices.

Major Responsibility: Coordinate submission of requests for municipal permits. (10 %)
Supporting Actions:
  • Prepare requests for close and/or restrict parking on city streets to Providence Traffic Engineering.
  • Submit notifications to "Today@Brown" to inform the Brown community of altered traffic patterns and parking restrictions.

Major Responsibility: Provide back-up to the DPSEM Financial Coordinator (10%)
Supporting Actions:
  • Submit weekly and bi-weekly payrolls in the absence of the Coordinator.
  • Prepare requisitions and process supplier invoices as needed.
  • Order supplies for general office and patrol operational needs.

Decisions Position is Free to Make:
  • Prioritization of daily workload

Qualifications:
Education and Experience
Required:
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum two years' administrative experience, preferably in law enforcement, events management, or higher education environment.

Preferred:
  • Experience with processing payroll
  • Experience in a bargaining-unit environment.

Job Competencies
Indicate the essential job competencies. Competencies are required knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the job successfully.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite: Strong Excel skills (data entry, master list management) and Word (professional correspondence).
  • Proficiency in Google Suite (Sheets, Drive, Gmail, and Calendar).
  • Ability to quickly learn and navigate specialized software (DTS - Detail Tracking System).
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills required to manage high-volume administrative logistics with strict deadlines.
  • Ability to maintain a high degree of professionalism when interacting with internal and external stakeholders.

All offers of employment are contingent upon consent to criminal background screening and education verification with results satisfactory to Brown
Benefits of Working at Brown:
Please review additional information on the Benefits of Working at Brown.
Recruiting Start Date:
2026-06-16
Job Posting Title:
Event Security Coordinator
Department:
Public Safety and Emergency Management
Grade:
Grade 7
Worker Type:
Employee
Worker Sub-Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
37.5
Position Work Location:
Hybrid
Submission Guidelines:
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Brown University is a registered employer in the following states: Rhode Island, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Washington, D.C. All remote work must be performed in a state in which Brown is registered to do business.
Still Have Questions?
If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.
Brown is an E-Verify Employer.
EEO Statement:
Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person's race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.

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