Security Officer | Part-Time | Ryan Field at Northwestern University

Oak View Group:

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. 

Position Summary:

The Security Officer is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for guests, employees, performers, athletes, and property. This role provides access control, patrols the facility, responds to incidents, and enforces stadium policies while delivering outstanding guest service.

 

This role pays an hourly rate of $20.00-$25.00

 

Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan, 401(k) matching.

 

This position will remain open until November 6, 2026

About the Venue:

The new Ryan Field will create a world-class home for Northwestern University Athletics and a best-in-the-nation football experience for fans and players and be a year-round asset for the community.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor entrances, exits, and restricted areas.
• Conduct security patrols throughout the facility.
• Respond to emergencies and incidents.
• Assist with crowd management and evacuation procedures.
• Verify credentials and control access.
• Complete incident reports.
• Work closely with local law enforcement, fire, and EMS.
• Enforce venue policies professionally.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Security experience preferred.
• Valid security license if required by state.
• Strong observation and communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.

Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference:

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

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.