• Job Description

  Req#: 54257

  Commonwealth Stadium is recognized as one of the premiere open air, live entertainment venues in the world. It is home to the Edmonton Elks of the Canadian Football League as well as hosting sold out concerts and international sporting events in soccer, rugby and athletics. Our Security Guards are critical to the success of these events and the venues/facilities where they are posted. In this role, you will play an essential part in ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience at all events through general security enforcement. You will succeed if you can perform all your tasks in a respectful, inclusive and service-minded way.

  What will you do?

  • Greet patrons in a friendly and courteous manner as they enter the facility
  • Review credentials at access control points
  • Restrict admittance to ticket holders, direct media and VIPs
  • Restrict entry and re-entry to Stadium events
  • Direct patrons, visitors and staff to specific areas/gates
  • Enforce stadium rules and regulations
  • Conduct patrols and observe/report on incidents
  • Watch the crowd for prohibited items and actions
  • Escalate situations appropriately to Command Centre and Edmonton Police Services in emergency situations
  • Conduct bag and personal searches
  • Other related duties as required

  To learn more about City of Edmonton seasonal job opportunities visit edmonton.ca/SeasonalJobs

  • Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent or higher
  • Currently licensed under the Security Services and Investigators Act by Alberta Justice and Solicitor General, and be in good standing Please attach your security license to your application
  • Some experience working as a security guard at a live entertainment venue or related experience is preferred

  Asset:

  • Additional security certifications and/or First Aid Training

  Skills required for success:

  • Excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills, including the ability to understand and execute oral and written instructions and information
  • Ability to make decisions and resolve conflict in difficult situations in an influential, professional, respectful and inclusive way
  • Excellent problem solving, judgment and negotiation skills
  • Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies ( https://bit.ly/4brRrXm )
  • Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion

  Conditions of Employment:

  • ProServe Liquor Staff training and ProTect Security Staff Training are required and must be obtained prior to starting your role
  • Applicants may be tested

  Work Environment:

  • Successful candidates must be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays from May to December

  The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact employment@edmonton.ca . Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits .

  Successful candidates may be eligible for recall in the 2027 season

  Up to 175 temporary part-time positions for up to 8 months

  Hours of Work: 0 - 39 hours per week.

  Salary: $21.634 (Hourly)

  Recruitment Consultant: JP/JR

  SEASONAL123

  Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation

• About the company

  Edmonton (/ˈɛdməntən/) is the capital city of the Canadian province of Alberta.

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