Unarmed Security Officers - High School Football Games

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NOLA Protection Group is seeking professional, dependable, and vigilant Unarmed Security Officers to join our event safety team for high school football games and athletic events in the Belle Chasse area.

In this role, officers are the primary line of defense for stadium access control. You will operate walkthrough metal detectors, screen incoming guests, monitor entry gates, and ensure a safe, welcoming environment for students, families, school officials, and attendees.

Starting Pay is $15 per hour based on experience - immediate hires for events starting on 10/30/2026

Core Responsibilities

• Access Control & Entry Screening: Efficiently operate walkthrough metal detectors (magnetometers) and conduct bag checks or hand-wand screening according to event safety protocols.

• Crowd & Gate Management: Maintain orderly queue lines, verify ticket/pass access, monitor entry points, and prevent unauthorized stadium entry.

• Physical Presence & Vigilance: Stand, observe, and maintain an active post outdoors for 4 to 6 continuous hours under variable Louisiana weather conditions (heat, humidity, rain, or cooler evening temperatures).

• De-escalation & Guest Relations: Greet guests professionally, provide helpful information, and resolve entry disputes calmly using verbal de-escalation techniques.

• Safety Monitoring & Reporting: Observe stadium surroundings for policy violations, prohibited items, or safety hazards; report incidents promptly to On-Site Field Supervisors or designated School District Administrators.

Key Job Requirements & Qualifications
Mandatory Licensing & Training Requirements

• Active Security Registration: Must possess a current, valid Louisiana State Board of Private Security Examiners (LSBPSE) Unarmed Security Officer Guard Card.

• Required Training: Must have documented completion of the mandatory 16 hours of classroom training as mandated by the LSBPSE.

Minimum Qualifications

• Age: Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent.

• Experience: Prior experience operating walkthrough metal detectors (WTMD), hand wands, or conducting event screening is required.

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Standing & Endurance: Ability to stand, walk, and maintain a fixed post outdoors for 4 to 6 hours without immediate sitting access.

• Weather Exposure: Ability to perform duties in outdoor elements typical of South Louisiana (high humidity, heat, sudden rain storms, or colder winter evenings).

• Visual & Auditory Acuity: Ability to monitor high-density crowds in noisy stadium environments.

Professional Standards & Competencies

• Communication: Clear, assertive, and respectful communication skills.

• Punctuality & Reliability: Strict adherence to shift start times and call-in procedures prior to kickoff.

• Clean Professional Appearance: Complete adherence to company uniform and grooming standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in venue security, high school/college athletic event crowd control, or private security operations.

Uniform & Equipment Requirements

• Provided: Guard shirt / high-visibility outer layer, venue screening equipment, and tactical flashlight/communication gear (as required per post).

• Officer Provided: Dark black tactical/work pants (no jeans or cargo shorts), solid black non-slip work shoes or boots, and a black belt. Weather-appropriate undergarments or plain black wet-weather gear.

License Type: Special Events - Flexible & On-Call
This is a non-management position
This is a seasonal position