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Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents. 

Manager, Security & Transportation reports directly to the Director, Security & Transportation. The position will manage hiring, training, scheduling, evaluation and logistics for the Security & Transportation Department. 

This role pays an annual salary of $80,000-$90,000.

Benefits for Full-Time roles: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, 401(k) matching, and Paid Time Off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays).

This position will remain open until June 19th, 2026.

Snapdragon Stadium is a 35,000 capacity multipurpose venue that serves as the home for San Diego State University football, San Diego Wave FC (NWSL), San Diego FC (MLS), concerts and festivals, professional sports, motorsports, international soccer, high school sports, entertainment events and private special events. 

• Manages Stadium Security team, including all scheduling, timekeeping, training and performance management.
• Manages job postings and hiring process for Security & Transportation Department.
• Manages department trainings and documentation to ensure Security staff is fully compliant with established requirements.
• Manages incident response protocols and department documentation standards.
• Manages stadium credentialling systems, parking permit and key requests.
• Composes and updates department manuals, SOP's and related documents.
• Tracks and maintains department equipment, including metal detection/screening technology.
• Sources and maintains stock of department uniforms and supplies.
• Oversees department communications, including pass downs, bulletins, and BOLO's.
• Administers security technology systems related to incident management and reporting, investigations, access control and CCTV.
• Attends regular meetings to plan for and execute security and transportation needs for special events.
• Responds to security and transportation guest questions and issues in a timely manner.
• Conducts investigations as assigned by Director.
• Compiles and submits appropriate reports and other documentation as required.
• Liaises with stadium staff, contracted partners and law enforcement agencies.
• Assists Director with Unified Command Center logistics and event fulfillment.
• Assists Director with Emergency Management planning and protocols.
• Assists Director with oversight of event security team.
• Assists Director with parking planning and management.
• Assists Director with security and transportation planning and special projects.
• Builds staff retention strategies and implements team-building initiatives.
• Represents the company in a positive professional manner at all times.
• Engages in other duties as assigned by the Director of Security & Transportation.
• Acts as primary security manager on duty during designated special events.

• Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Previous experience in large public assembly facilities highly desirable.
• Courses in criminal justice or security training by recognized academy, school or organization desirable.
• Must have previous security management experience.
• Must possess effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills with ability to deal with all levels of personnel and the general public in a professional and effective manner; must be able to use initiative and independent judgment.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Possess positive attitude and strong ability to work well with co-workers and supervisors in a collaborative team environment.
• Must possess strong computer skills, including utilizing email and Microsoft Office, and previous management experience operating security software systems.
• Previous Law Enforcement/Public Safety experience a plus.
• Previous experience conducting security trainings a plus.
• Previous experience with professional and international soccer a plus.
• Possess high degree of discretion, integrity, professionalism, and accountability.
• Consistent, punctual and regular attendance.
• Professional image and demeanor.
• Ability to work nights, all events, weekends, events and holidays as required.
• Bilingual (Spanish) language skills a plus.
• Available to work nights, weekends, holidays, events as scheduled.

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis ("protected class") including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.

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