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How much do event security supervisor jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for event security supervisor in the United States is $25.98, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $29.33 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an event security supervisor do?

An Event Security Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all security operations at events, such as concerts, sports games, or conventions. They manage security staff, coordinate emergency response plans, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. Their duties include monitoring crowd behavior, preventing unauthorized access, and responding to incidents swiftly. Event Security Supervisors also work closely with event organizers and law enforcement to maintain a safe environment for attendees and staff.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an event security supervisor, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Event Security Supervisor, you need in-depth knowledge of security protocols, risk assessment, and crowd management, typically supported by relevant security certifications and supervisory experience. Familiarity with surveillance systems, incident reporting tools, and communication devices is essential. Strong leadership, decision-making, and interpersonal skills help coordinate teams and handle high-pressure situations effectively. These skills ensure the safety of attendees, smooth event operations, and efficient response to emergencies.

What are some common challenges faced by event security supervisors during large-scale events?

Event Security Supervisors often encounter challenges such as managing large, dynamic crowds, ensuring clear communication between team members, and quickly responding to unexpected incidents. Coordinating with local law enforcement, medical teams, and event organizers is crucial to maintaining a safe environment. Supervisors must also balance enforcing security protocols while providing a positive guest experience, adapting rapidly to changing situations throughout the event.

What is the difference between Event Security Supervisor vs Event Security Officer?

AspectEvent Security SupervisorEvent Security Officer
CertificationsSecurity Guard License, First Aid, Crowd ControlSecurity Guard License, First Aid
Work EnvironmentSupervises security staff at events, manages security plansPerforms security checks, monitors crowds at events
ResponsibilitiesOversees security team, enforces protocols, reports incidentsPatrols event areas, enforces rules, reports issues

The main difference is that the Event Security Supervisor manages and oversees the security team and plans, while the Event Security Officer focuses on patrolling and monitoring event areas. Both roles require similar certifications and work in the same environment, but the supervisor has additional leadership responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Event Security Supervisor job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,037 per year, or $26 per hour.

Event Security Supervisor

New York, NY • On-site

MSG Entertainment Holdings, LLC
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Part-time

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

Who are we hiring?

The MSG Security Supervisor is an event-based, part-time position accountable for providing exceptional guest experience throughout MSG's venues as it relates to event or building security. This role will focus on partnering within Venues, and across functions, to get work done through others in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Success in this role is demonstrated by creating a safe and secure environment without sacrificing an exceptional guest experience, committing to continuous learning and development, and achieving business results. The MSG Security Supervisor will report to the MSG Security Manager.

What will you do? 

  • Accountable for daily supervision and leadership of building and event security officers.
  • Lead and develop front line colleagues ensuring employees are engaged, upbeat, and capable of delivering exceptional guest experiences in a safe and secure environment. Ability to work collaboratively with other departments to achieve company objectives, especially in emergency situations and times of crisis.
  • Assess, train, evaluate, and coach front line colleagues utilizing previous experience and company provided programs.
  • Responsible for various administration items such as scheduling, invoices, incident reports, daily reports, and documentation logs.
  • Responsible for ensuring that security office space and equipment is prepared to support security operations. Works with adjacent teams to address maintenance, custodial, and facility issues and improvements.
  • Addresses customer concerns, feedback and suggestions in a timely and efficient manner
  • May be tasked with managing or supporting additional security programs that facilitate security operations such as equipment inventory, conducting security advances and walkthroughs for visiting VIP's, improving team processes, completing long term projects, and representing security leadership to other internal teams.
  • Supervision of Security Operations Center Staff and Building Security officers on occasion.
  • Provide exceptional experiences for our guests, partners, and team members, including by adhering to our appearance and presentation guidelines while on-site. 

What do you need to succeed?

  • The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3-5 years' supervisory experience (preferred union experience) in the security, law enforcement, or military field, and preferably have knowledge of events, sports, and theatre operations within an entertainment venue.
  • Previous security experience required, prior service as a non-commissioned officer in the U.S. military responsible for leading small units, training, and managing others would be ideal.
  • Candidates who have completed a minimum of 60 credit hours of college-level coursework (representing 2 years), or have shown similar self-development through certifications, trade school coursework, etc. are preferred.
  • Excellent communication skills, ability to mobilize key stakeholders, and engage with all levels in the organization
  • Demonstrated experience completing reports and documenting staff performance is essential
  • Ability to engage and develop collaborative relationships and influence within team and across functions, even without direct reporting relationships, adept at maintaining a positive, open, approachable, and professional relationship with a diverse group
  • Demonstrated experience coaching, mentoring and developing staff to perform at high levels and holding team accountable for achieving business goals and objectives.
  • Comfortable with managing conflicts and responding to customer problems with a sense of urgency
  • Ability to demonstrate success in managing multiple tasks while under tight deadlines
  • Demonstrated experience in some or all of the following areas: guard force scheduling and management, conducting security advances, training security officers, responding to security emergencies, physical security project management, crowd management and writing security policy.

 

Special Requirements

  • The ideal candidate must be willing to travel to other locations as needed.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, have split days off, work weekends and holidays in a 24 X 7 environment.
  • General physical requirements such as lifting 25 lbs., standing for long periods, walking long distances, bending and constant motion is often required.
  • Must have a valid security license.

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