Special Event Security Officer - Part-Time / On-Call

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Yuba City, CA / Events throughout the surrounding area

Pay: $18.00 – $20.00 per hour DOE

Job Type: Temporary / Event-Based / Part-Time / On-Call

Schedule: Primarily evenings, weekends, holidays, and special event coverage

Applicants must provide current training certificates with application or during initial screening. Applications missing the required documentation may be delayed.

Precision Private Security is hiring professional Special Event Security Officers for event-based assignments in the Yuba City area and surrounding communities.

Special event security requires more than simply showing up in uniform. It requires presence, judgment, discipline, communication, and the ability to stay calm when crowds are moving, emotions are high, and every detail matters.

We are looking for dependable, trained, and professional officers who can represent Precision Private Security with confidence during high-visibility events. This position is ideal for officers who take pride in their appearance, understand the importance of de-escalation, and know how to maintain order without creating unnecessary conflict.

This is not a placeholder post. We are looking for officers who can stand a post, control access, communicate clearly, document incidents properly, and represent the company with professionalism from start to finish.

• Providing a visible, professional security presence at special events.
• Controlling access points, entrances, exits, restricted areas, and assigned posts.
• Assisting with crowd management, guest flow, and line control.
• Monitoring for suspicious activity, disturbances, safety concerns, intoxicationrelated issues, trespassing, unauthorized access, and policy violations.
• Supporting event staff, property representatives, supervisors, and law enforcement when needed.
• Responding to incidents calmly and professionally.
• Using verbal deescalation to reduce conflict whenever possible.
• Enforcing event rules and client site procedures in a firm, respectful, and consistent manner.
• Patrolling assigned event areas, parking lots, perimeters, vendor spaces, and access points.
• Reporting emergencies to law enforcement, fire, medical responders, supervisors, or dispatch when appropriate.
• Completing accurate Incident Reports and Daily Activity Reports when required.
• Maintaining professional awareness and strict compliance with company policy at all times.
• Maintaining a clean uniform, professional appearance, and strong command presence throughout the assignment.
Minimum Requirements Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have an active California BSIS Guard Card in good standing.
• Must provide copies of all required training certificates.
• Must have completed required BSIS training, including Power to Arrest and Appropriate Use of Force.
• Must have completed or be able to provide documentation of the required 32 hours of BSISmandated security officer training.
• Must complete required annual continuing education/refresher training as applicable.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must possess a valid governmentissued ID or valid driver’s license.
• Must pass background screening consistent with California employment law.
• Must be able to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and eventbased schedules.
• Must be able to stand, walk, patrol, monitor crowds, and remain alert for extended periods.
• Must be able to communicate clearly and professionally with guests, staff, supervisors, clients, and emergency responders.
• Must be able to write clear, factual, and professional reports.
• Must maintain a professional appearance and clean uniform.
• Must comply with all company policies regarding uniforms, use of force, reporting, safety, confidentiality, drugs, alcohol, tobacco, vaping, impairment, and professional conduct.
Required Documentation

Applicants should be prepared to provide copies of the following:

• Current BSIS Guard Card.
• Power to Arrest certificate.
• Appropriate Use of Force certificate.
• Certificates verifying completion of required BSIS training.
• Certificates verifying completion of the required 32 hours of BSISmandated security officer training.
• Annual continuing education/refresher training certificates, if applicable.
• Any additional securityrelated certifications, including baton, OC spray, taser, handcuffing, CPR/First Aid, deescalation, report writing, or event security training.
• Valid governmentissued ID or driver’s license.

Failure to provide required documentation may delay or prevent consideration for event assignments.

Preferred Qualifications

The strongest candidates will have one or more of the following:

• Prior special event, venue, nightlife, concert, festival, fair, community event, or crowd management experience.
• Prior security experience.
• Current BSIS Baton Permit.
• OC spray certification.
• Taser certification.
• Handcuffing or restraint training.
• CPR/First Aid certification.
• Deescalation or conflictresolution training.
• Prior military, law enforcement, corrections, public safety, or first responder experience.
• Bilingual ability, especially English/Spanish.
• Strong reportwriting skills.
• Professional command presence.
• Strong attendance history and reliability.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in highenergy environments.

Veterans, former law enforcement, first responders, and experienced event security officers are strongly encouraged to apply.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal Special Event Security Officer is calm, professional, alert, and confident without being aggressive.

We are looking for officers who:
• Understand that presence matters.
• Know how to speak professionally under pressure.
• Can enforce rules without escalating the situation.
• Stay alert in crowds and fastmoving environments.
• Show up on time, in uniform, and ready to work.
• Communicate early and clearly with supervisors.
• Write accurate reports when incidents occur.
• Represent Precision Private Security with discipline and pride.

A strong officer does not need to act tough. A strong officer stays composed, observes carefully, communicates clearly, and knows when to de-escalate, when to report, and when to request support.

Training and Assignment Expectations

Selected officers may be required to complete or maintain training related to:

• Event post orders and assignmentspecific procedures.
• Access control.
• Crowd management.
• Deescalation and professional communication.
• Incident response.
• Emergency procedures.
• Report writing.
• Useofforce policy and escalation standards.
• Client site rules and expectations.

All officers must follow Precision Private Security policies, client site procedures, supervisor direction, and applicable laws at all times.

What Precision Offers

Precision Private Security provides a professional team environment with real-time support and clear expectations.

Depending on assignment and eligibility, officers may receive:
• $18.00 $20.00 per hour DOE.
• Paid orientation when assigned.
• Eventbased scheduling.
• Opportunity for recurring event work.
• Priority consideration for future longterm posts.
• Advancement opportunities for strong performers.
• Supervisor and dispatch support.
• Workers’ compensation coverage as required by law.
• Military leave and other legal protections where applicable.
• A team culture built on accountability, professionalism, and respect.

Strong performance on event assignments may lead to additional opportunities within Precision Private Security.

How to Apply

Please apply through Indeed and include your resume, current availability, and copies of required training certificates.

Qualified applicants may be contacted for screening, interview, licensing verification, training certificate review, and assignment consideration.

Please be prepared to answer the following:
• Do you currently have an active California BSIS Guard Card?
• Can you provide copies of your current Guard Card and training certificates?
• Have you completed Power to Arrest and Appropriate Use of Force training?
• Have you completed the required 32 hours of BSISmandated security officer training?
• Do you have prior special event, venue, nightlife, festival, or crowd management experience?
• Do you have a current Baton Permit, OC certification, taser certification, CPR/First Aid certification, or other securityrelated training?
• Are you available to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and eventbased schedules?
• Are you comfortable working in highvisibility, publicfacing environments?

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of required screening, BSIS license verification, training certificate verification, background screening, final assignment approval, and company onboarding.

Precision Private Security is an equal opportunity employer.